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Medical Assist/Ambulatory/On-Call/UKHC

Inside Higher Ed, Lexington, KY, United States


Medical Assist/Ambulatory/On-Call/UKHC
Requisition Number
DU09798

Department
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$16.20 - $24.82

Type Of Position
Temporary

Position Time Status
On Call

Required Education
HS

Required Related Experience
0 years

Required License/Registration/Certification

Kentucky Registered SRNA

RN nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical

Military Medic

Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

A CST III at UK in the last 12 months

Graduate of a licensed practical nursing program

PLUS BLS at time of hire through American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider

Physical Requirements
The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift
Varies: Primarily Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, may require some holidays. Provides coverage at both Gill Infusion and Wellington Infusion locations.

Job Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) will be responsible for direct patient care and provides clinical support to providers. Duties include but not limited to the following: obtain patient medical history information, expedite patient flow, room patients, stock clinic with supplies, navigate electronic health record system, schedule and follow-up with appointments and assist with medication fill requests, prior authorizations and schedule tests, procedures and consults. The MA will communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients and physicians in a respectful manner and follow UK Healthcare values for service excellence.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Vitals

Rooming patients

Medical assisting in outpatient setting

Supervisory Responsibilities
No

Preferred Education/Experience

1 year clinical experience

Outpatient Clinical Experience preferred

Certified Medical Assistant certification preferred

Application Deadline
12/31/2026

EEO Statement
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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