Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/Ukhc

Job Title

Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE39481

Working Title

Medical Assistant Ambulatory - MOB Spine Surgery Clinic

Department Name

MG100: Physician Based Clinics

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

06

Salary Range

$16.20-24.82/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

One of the following: 1. State Registered Nurse Assistant (SRNA) 2. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 3. RN nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical 4. EMT/medic including military medic 5. Graduate from a medical assistant program. 5. Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program. 6. CST III at UK in the last 12 months. 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 up to 50 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 through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Job Summary

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Obtain patient medical history, expedite patient flow, room patients, stock clinic with supplies, navigate electronic health records, schedule follow-up appointments, assist with medication refills, prior authorizations and schedule tests, procedures and consults.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

One or more years of clinical experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

08/17/2023

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 backgrounds, 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 background check and/or drug screen.