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Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC

University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, United States


Working Title

Medical Assistant – UKHC Good Sam Allergy & Immunology Clinic
Department Name

MG100: Physician Based Clinics
Work Location

Lexington, KY
Grade Level

06
Salary Range

$18.20–24.82/hour
Type of Position

Staff
Position Time Status

Full-Time
Required Education

HS
Required License/Registration/Certification

One of the following: 1. State Registered Nurse Assistant (SRNA) 2. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 3. Registered Nurse (RN) nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical 4. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/ medic including military medic 5. Graduate from a medical assistant program 6. Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program 7. Clinical Services Technician (CST) III at UK in the last 12 months. Basic Life Support (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

Monday – Thursday, Day Shift; 7:30 am – 5:30 pm (40 hrs/wk); occasional Fridays with notice.
Job Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) will be responsible for direct patient care and provides clinical support to providers.
Obtain patient medical history information.
Expedite patient flow.
Room patients.
Stock the clinic with supplies.
Navigate the electronic health record system.
Schedule and follow up with appointments.
Assist with medication fill requests, prior authorizations and schedule tests, procedures, and consults.
Communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients and physicians respectfully and follow UK Healthcare behavioral expectations for service excellence.
The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $18.20/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.
Qualifications

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience

Previous work experience in allergy and/or immunology preferred.
Deadline to Apply

05/03/2026
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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