Medical Assistant - Bariatric Surgery

BHS (Baptist Health System)

Lexington, KY, United States
On-site
Direct patient care
Clinical support
Patient flow
Baptist Health System is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for their Bariatric Surgery department in Lexington, KY. The role involves providing direct patient care, managing electronic health records, and requires on-site presence with opportunities for bonuses

Job Summary

  • The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient clinic, responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting patient history, and facilitating patient flow.
  • Additional duties involve managing the electronic health record (EPIC), scheduling appointments, processing medication requests, handling prior authorizations, and coordinating tests and procedures.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to ensure efficient patient care and support for providers.

Matching Summary

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Baptist Health System is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for their Bariatric Surgery department in Lexington, KY. The role involves providing direct patient care, managing electronic health records, and requires on-site presence with opportunities for bonuses.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • direct patient care
  • clinical support
  • patient flow
  • electronic health record management
  • medication reconciliation

Nice-to-have

  • strong communication skills
  • organizational skills
  • teamwork and innovation

Key Requirements

  • 1+ year(s) of experience as a Medical Assistant
  • High School Diploma or General Education Equivalency
  • Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant training program
  • Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire
  • BAT and DOT certifications required within 90 days of hire

Work Rights

Not specified

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