STEPS Medical Assistant

Job Title
STEPS Medical Assistant


Requisition Number
TE09029


Department Name
7H090:CENTER ON DRUG & ALCOHOL RESEA


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Salary Range
$15.30-24.50/hour


Type of Position
Temporary


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

HS



Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

One of the following: 1. State Registered Nurse Assistance (SRNA). 2. Certified Nurse 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. 6. Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program. 7. Clinical Services Technician (CSTIII) 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. Must also have completed phlebotomy course.



Physical Requirements

The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 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 – Wednesday and Friday: 8AM-4:30PM

Thursday: 9:30 AM -7:00 PM



Job Summary

The 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

Phlebotomy



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
09/23/2025


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.