Job Title: Medical Assistant
Location: Harrodsburg, KY 40330
Shift: Tuesday & Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Duration: 22 Weeks (with possible extension)
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting both front-office and back-office clinical operations. This role includes patient interaction, administrative coordination, and clinical assistance in a fast-paced healthcare setting. Success in this position requires strong collaboration with the healthcare team and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and room patients while ensuring a positive patient experience.
- Schedule appointments and manage incoming phone calls.
- Take and record patient vital signs accurately.
- Perform phlebotomy/venipuncture and collect lab specimens.
- Administer vaccines and assist with clinical procedures as needed.
- Conduct EKGs and point-of-care (POC) testing.
- Maintain accurate documentation in Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
- Provide both front-office and back-office support as required.
- Collaborate effectively with clinical and administrative staff.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of Medical Assistant experience (in addition to externship).
- Experience with phlebotomy/venipuncture and EMR systems.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications.
- Current BLS or CPR certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Medical Assistant Certification.
- Occupational Health experience.
- Experience working in environments focused on health education and outreach.
Required Skills
- Front and back-office clinical experience.
- Phlebotomy and specimen collection.
- EKG administration.
- Point-of-care (POC) testing.
- Patient scheduling and coordination.
- Patient rooming and vital signs assessment.