STEPS Medical Assistant at University of Kentucky

Posted in Other 13 days ago.

Location: Lexington, Kentucky





Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title STEPS Medical Assistant
Requisition Number TE08142
Department Name 3J532:STEPS Temporary Employment
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $18.20/Hour
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education High School Diploma
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification Be a Certified Nursing Assistant
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 Mon-Fri, days
Job Summary The Medical Assistant (MA) will be responsible for direct patient care and providing clinical support to providers.

Duties include but are not limited to the following: obtaining patient medical history information, expediting patient flow, rooming patients, stocking the clinic with supplies, navigating the electronic health record system, scheduling and follow-up with appointments, and assisting 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’s behavioral expectations for service excellence.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Have one or more of the following: 1. Kentucky Registered SRNA, 2. RN nursing student who has completed the first fundamental course and a clinical, 3. Military Medic, 4. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, 5.Graduate from a medical assistant program, 6. 2 years on-the-job experience with a letter of recommendation submitted with application from current employer or former supervisor.
PLUS BLS at time of hire through American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 05/31/2024
University Community of Inclusion The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.



As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.



Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you currently certified as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or State Registered Nurse Aid (SRNA)?
    • None
    • CMA
    • CNA
    • SRNA

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter








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