Certified Medical Assistant CMA | RMA | LPN- Emory Family Practice

Summit Medical Group; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Medical Group in Powell, TN seeks an experienced CMA/RMA or LPN (x-ray cert a plus) to support physicians with clinical tasks and patient care. The role is full-time and includes vital signs, phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, and patient education.

Responsibilities also cover triage calls, referrals, medication administration, and clerical duties to ensure smooth patient flow. High school diploma required; CMA/RMA or LPN certs strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant certification required.
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred (minimum 6 months).
• Full-time position with responsibilities in clinical and clerical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare for examinations.
• Record vital signs and perform basic clinical procedures.
• Assist physicians with procedures and administer medications.
• Handle triage calls, referrals, and prescription requests.
• Perform clerical duties and manage patient records.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Injections

EKG

Holter monitoring

Medication administration

Patient education

Triage

Clerical tasks

Education

High School Diploma

CMA/RMA or LPN certification

Tools

X-ray certification

Job description

Emory Family Practice has an opening for an experienced Certified or Registered Medical Assistant CMA/RMA or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with x-ray certification (as a plus but not required) to join their office to assist with clinical tasks as directed by the physician(s) or mid-level provider in the care of patients. Full time opportunity

• Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares patients for examinations and procedures according to physician preferences.
• Uses good skills in recording vital signs of patients, including pulse, blood pressure, height, weight, etc.
• Uses good clinical skills in performing appropriate procedures, such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc.
• Uses good clinical skills in assisting the physician(s) with procedures, as well as administering medications and conducting patient educations.
• Handles phone nursing when appropriate, to include triaging, pre-certs, referrals, calling in prescriptions, etc.
• Performs clerical duties necessary for the physicians to see patients; contacts patients regarding test results or for other related reasons as directed.
• Pulls and prepares patient records for physicians to treat patients, as needed.
• If needed, schedules patient appointments with efficient use of clinical time slots.
• Maintains stocked, neat, and clean exam rooms and common work areas on a daily basis.
• Adheres to established company policies and procedures (including the corporate compliance program), and follows state and federal regulations, such as OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.
• Adheres to site-specific protocols and expectations.
• Performs duties in a professional manner while exhibiting a courteous and cooperative manner to co-workers, management, and public.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required, prefer additional vocational or college credits.

Experience

At least six months experience in a similar clinical setting preferred.

Certification/License

Certified or Registered Medical Assistant certification required.

Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee’s largest primary care organization with more than 526 providers at 90 practice locations in 23 counties. Summit also consists of four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Summit provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually. For more information, visit www.summitmedical.com

In addition to our commitment to the health of our community, our organization is also committed to the health of our employees through our employee Wellness Program. Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the wellness program. Pre-employment drug testing will occur prior to starting work and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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