Certified Medical Assistant-Plastics

University Clinical Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University Clinical Health (UCH) seeks a qualified Medical Assistant in Memphis, TN. The role performs appointment scheduling, patient registration, vital signs, and basic chart maintenance to support physicians. Strong communication and multitasking are essential in this fast-paced clinic.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, CMA certification, and a commitment to obtain certification within 90 days if not already certified. 12–24 months of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited program; 12 months to 2 years of related work experience preferred.
• If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment.
• Excellent communication skills are essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Performs appointment scheduling and patient registration.
• Takes patient vitals and records them in the medical chart.
• Prepares examination room for patients.
• Accepts co-payments for visits.
• Maintains patients’ medical charts and prioritizes tasks.

Skills

Keyboarding

OSHA knowledge

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Who We Are

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients

Description

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME

Who We Are As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients

Position Summary

Performs appointment scheduling and registration for patients as well as updating demographic information. Performs a variety of patient care activities to assist physicians. Prepares the examination room for the patient as well as taking patient vital signs and recording vitals in medical chart. This position also maintains patients’ medical charts and receives co-payments for the visit. Must be efficient with the ability to prioritize and multi-task. Excellent communication skills are essential for this position.

Key Results Areas (KRAs)

• Patient assessment
• Clinical procedures
• Physician order execution
• Patient satisfaction
• Clinic resource availability
• Regulatory compliance
• Phone triage
• Pre-certification & authorization
• Patient registration process

Core Competencies

• Keyboarding skills and aptitude for learning patient database program
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Effective interpersonal and communications skills

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certified Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited teaching establishment; 12 months to 2 years of related work experience is preferred
• If not currently certified, must obtain certification within the first 90 days of employment.