MA Trainee Program

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description :
Job Summary

Responsible for learning and performing foundational clinical and administrative tasks under direct supervision to support patient care delivery and clinic operations. Assists healthcare team members in providing quality service, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring a safe and efficient clinical environment. Develops clinical competence through observation, hands-on practice, and participation in patient care activities. Demonstrates professionalism, initiative, and commitment to learning in alignment with organizational standards and values. Ensures adherence to established protocols, confidentiality, and patient safety regulations.

Essential Functions

• Assists in preparing examination rooms and ensuring equipment and supplies are available.

• Greets and rooms patients, verifies information, and records vital signs and basic health data.

• Supports providers and medical assistants during patient examinations and minor procedures.

• Observes and practices documentation of patient information in the electronic medical record.

• Assists with scheduling, filing, and other administrative duties to maintain clinic workflow.

• Participates in patient education by reinforcing instructions provided by clinical staff.

• Adheres to infection control, safety, and confidentiality standards.

• Demonstrates commitment to professional growth through participation in training and mentorship activities.

• Collaborates with team members to support efficient and patient-centered care delivery.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area

Currently enrolled in or recently completed coursework from an accredited Medical Assisting program (certificate, diploma, or associate degree)

Experience Requirement

No work experience required

Certifications & Licensures

N/A

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional ( F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional ( L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional ( M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional ( N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional ( O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional ( U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 pounds. Also involves occasional sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with intermittent repetitive motions; intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment; job-related travel; occasional exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, and hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste; intermittent exposure to cuts or punctures and bloodborne or airborne pathogens; and occasional interaction with combative or violent people.

Department :
Medical Practice Management
Shift :
Day (United States of America)
Time Type :
Full time
Address :
2201 Lexington Avenue
City, State :
Ashland, Kentucky