Medical Assistant – Spine Center

The University of Kansas Health System

. Ensure efficient patient flow through the healthcare setting with culturally sensitive, exceptional customer service .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeKansas City • Kansas • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care coordination, medical record management, and exceptional customer service within a healthcare setting. Capable of performing clinical procedures and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards and protocols.

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Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)Patient Care CoordinationMedical Record ManagementCustomer Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Patient PreparationVital Signs MeasurementDiagnostic Test SchedulingProcedure AssistanceInventory ManagementData RecordingChart ProcessingLaboratory Specimen PreparationInsurance Form ProcessingTyping and Word Processing

Soft Skills

Cultural SensitivityInterpersonal CommunicationTeam CollaborationOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

CCMA CertificationNCRMA Certification

Industry Keywords

Healthcare SettingPatient FlowClinical CompetenciesExamination Room ManagementPatient History Recording

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure efficient patient flow through the healthcare setting with culturally sensitive, exceptional customer service
Prepare patients for visits and perform limited procedures
Schedule diagnostic tests and consultations
Maintain patient records and organize examination rooms
Maintain supply and equipment inventory
Assist physicians, nurses, medical staff and interdisciplinary team members
Schedule tests, obtain films and reports, and prepare laboratory specimens
Assist with special procedures and examinations
Coordinate and implement patient care plans with the healthcare team
Record elements of patient history for clinical staff review
Submit, call and fax prescriptions and refills to outpatient pharmacies
Record completed procedure data in forms and medical records
Maintain medical records and process chart-related forms and correspondence
Stock examination rooms and complete equipment and safety logs
Greet and register patients, schedule appointments, process insurance forms and answer phones
Perform vital signs, height, weight and screening procedures and document results

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Graduate or GED
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or at least one year as a Medical Assistant
CCMA or NCRMA certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) from the American Heart Association within 14 days
Basic typing and word processing
Ability to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities