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Overview
Saint Joseph East is a 217-bed full-service community hospital located in the rapidly growing southeastern section of Lexington Kentucky.
We provide care for patients in Fayette and surrounding counties. At Saint Joseph East ambulatory surgery 24-hour emergency care and women’s health services are supported through a vast array of inpatient and outpatient program.
Additional specialty services include Heart Care Breast Care Sleep Care and Weight Loss Surgery. CHI Saint Joseph Health supports 5000 active employees 8 hospitals specialty clinics and a Medical Group with more than 200 locations across Central and Eastern KY.
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
Responsibilities
Job Summary / Purpose
Under the direction of the health care provider and unit manager, the CMA Lead is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well- being of all patients.
Responsible for the delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment. Accurately performs preliminary physical tests such as : measures blood pressure, records, weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.
Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma (or GED equivalent) and graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program
Required Licensure and Certifications
Current / valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 5 days
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training
Ability to perform urine drug screens, administer injections.
Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
Through knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
Good computer skills using a medical management application.
Possess a strong work ethic and a high level or professionalism.
Preferred Qualifications
Two year medical assistant experience preferred.
Last updated : 2024-06-14
Full Time
Hospital
$36k-43k (estimate)
05/24/2023
09/04/2024
www.chisaintjosephhealth.org/saint-joseph-east-lexington
Lexington, Kentucky
500 - 1,000
Donna Provence
Hospital
Saint Joseph East is a 217-bed, full-service, community hospital located in the rapidly growing southeastern section of Lexington, Kentucky. We provide care for patients in Fayette and surrounding counties. At Saint Joseph East, ambulatory surgery, 24-hour emergency care and womens health services are supported through a vast array of inpatient and outpatient program. Additional specialty services include Heart Care, Breast Care, Sleep Care and Weight Loss Surgery.
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