Job TitleMedical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHCRequisition NumberRE51228Working TitleMedical Assistant - University Health ServiceDepartment NameM8505: AMB-UHS ClinicsWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level06Salary Range$16.20-24.82/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
0 yrs
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. 5. Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program. 6. 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
Lift, carry, push and pull 50-100 lbs. on daily basis as well as stand, walk , and sit for long periods of time. 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. May require some holidays.
Job Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) will be responsible for direct patient care and provides 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 scheduling tests, procedures, and consults.
The MA will 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.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal applicant will perform EKGs, obtain vital signs, CLIA waived testing, ear irrigation, exam assistant, and other duties as assigned. Prefer candidates who have skills in the above along with strong communication and customer service skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Preferred experience in patient care and at least one year of clinical experience required.
Deadline to Apply08/14/2025Our University Community
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