Medical Assistant Orthopedics Sports Medicine

Baptist Healthcare System Inc

Paducah, KY, United States
Direct patient care
Clinical support
Obtain vital signs
The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient clinic

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.
  • Upon successful completion of clinical competency, the role may also require performing EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy.

Matching Summary

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient clinic.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care
  • Clinical support
  • Obtain vital signs
  • Reconcile medications
  • Collect patient history
  • Facilitate patient flow
  • Manage electronic health record

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Teamwork and innovation
  • Clinical excellence

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum one year of experience in a medical office
  • Hands-on patient care experience
  • Obtain AHA BLS within 90 days
  • Prior experience in Occupational Medicine, Urgent Care, Primary Care, or Specialty medical practice preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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