Medical Assistant I-Orthopedic

About the role

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Job Description

Job Summary
Responsible for providing direct patient care and clinical support to providers in an outpatient clinic setting. Obtains patient medical histories, expedites patient flow, rooms patients, and stocks clinic with necessary supplies. Navigates electronic health record systems, schedules and follows up on appointments, and assists with medication requests, prior authorizations, and scheduling tests, procedures, and consults. Communicates respectfully with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients, and physicians while upholding service excellence standards. Supports both clinical and administrative functions to ensure efficient and patient care.

Essential Functions

• Prepares charts, enters charges, completes required paperwork, and maintains accurate medical records and documentation.
• Performs medical necessity checks, gathers and records health history, vital signs, and other pertinent data.
• Responds to patient phone calls, documents requests, and communicates with clinical staff and providers as needed.
• Provides basic patient care, performs point-of-care skills and clinical procedures within certification, and administers medications.
• Demonstrates service excellence, maintains patient privacy, and engages in patient and employee satisfaction initiatives.
• Works efficiently, prioritizes tasks, improves workflow, and collaborates within the interdisciplinary team.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development, completes required competencies, maintains certifications, and serves as a preceptor for new staff.
• Adheres to infection control, safety, and confidentiality guidelines, and supports wellness through patient/family education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
All experience must be paid and in the same related field.
Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.
Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions

• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (<>
• Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (<>
• Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (<>
• Loud noises: 2. Occasional (<>
• Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (<>
• Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (<>
• Reduction in visibility due to dust, fog, rain, or snow: 2. Occasional (<>
• Repairs to equipment: 2. Occasional (<>
• Other: N/A

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department

Orthopedics Specialty

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Time Type

Full time

Address

245 Flemingsburg Road

City, State

Morehead, Kentucky