Medical Assistant - Bariatric Surgery

Baptist Healthcare System Inc

Lexington, KY, United States
On-site
Direct patient care
Clinical support
Patient flow
Baptist Healthcare System Inc is seeking a Medical Assistant for its Bariatric Surgery department in Lexington, KY. The role involves providing direct patient care, managing electronic health records, and performing clinical procedures, with a preference for candidates who have prior experience or relevant certifications

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

Match Score: 85

Baptist Healthcare System Inc is seeking a Medical Assistant for its Bariatric Surgery department in Lexington, KY. The role involves providing direct patient care, managing electronic health records, and performing clinical procedures, with a preference for candidates who have prior experience or relevant certifications.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • direct patient care
  • clinical support
  • patient flow
  • electronic health record management
  • appointment scheduling
  • medication requests processing
  • prior authorizations handling
  • coordinating tests and procedures

Nice-to-have

  • strong communication skills
  • organizational skills
  • teamwork
  • clinical excellence
  • innovation

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or General Education Equivalency
  • 1+ year(s) of experience as a Medical Assistant
  • 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 for Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine within 90 days of hire

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