Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Lexington, KY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18.20–$24.82 Per Hour
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Basic Life Support (BLS), Behavioral Health, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, EMT-Paramedics, Electronic Medical Records, Genetics, Healthcare Providers, Insurance, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Medical Assistance, Medical Office, Medical Organizations, Medical Record System, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Medications, Military, Nursing, Patient Care, Patient Follow-up, Physical Demands, Registered Nurse (RN)
LOCATION
Lexington, KY
POSTED
3 days ago

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC Requisition Number RE55002 Working Title Medical Assistant/Ambulatory Department Name M7000:Cardiovascular 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

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. 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

The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.

Shift

Monday - Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) will be responsible for direct patient care and provides clinical support to providers.

Duties include but not limited to the following: obtain patient medical history information, expedite patient flow, room patients, stocking clinic with supplies, navigate electronic health record system, schedule and follow-up with appointments and assist 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 behavioral expectations for service excellence.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Customer service experience, electronic medical record, computer skills, documentation, communication skills, vaccine administration, organization, medical terminology.

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

One or more years clinical experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply 07/09/2026 Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.

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.

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you have one of the following, or are you eligible to obtain this by date of hire? 1. State Registered Nurse Assistant 2. Certified Nursing Assistant 3. RN nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical 4. Military Medic 5. Graduate from a medical assistant program
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have a current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA), or are you eligible to obtain this by date of hire?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Please choose the answer that best represents your years of paid employment experience in a medical office or clinical setting where you were responsible for performing direct patient care.
  • None

  • More than 0, up through 1 year

  • More than 1 year, up through 3 years

  • More than 3 years, up through 5 years

  • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume

Optional Documents

About the Company

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University of Kentucky