Certified Medical Assistant Primary Care

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance (Vocare)

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance (optional)

Job summary

Ascension in Nashville, TN is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support primary care operations in a full-time daytime role. You will prepare treatment environments, document vital signs, and help coordinate labs and imaging while ensuring smooth front-desk operations.

The position requires a CMA or valid MA credentials with timely licensure, plus BLS certification and 1+ year of experience. Ascension offers comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date; American Heart Association or Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Medical Assistant obtained within 120 days of hire date; approved credentialing bodies accepted.
• Licensure or certification can be used in lieu of education or experience where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate seamless patient visits by preparing treatment environments and welcoming patients.
• Document vital signs and care journeys for high-quality data for clinical decisions.
• Transcribe and process orders for labs and imaging for timely follow-up services.
• Manage front-of-house communications and maintain medical supplies to support care team.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team communication

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Nashville, TN

Facility: Nashville Medical Group 20th Ave Bldg

Specialty: Primary Care

Schedule: Full-time | Days

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Coordinate seamless patient visits by preparing treatment environments and conducting initial screenings to ensure every individual feels welcomed and ready for care
• Capture the patient’s story by accurately documenting vital signs and care journeys, providing the medical team with the high-quality data needed for precise clinical decisions.
• Facilitate essential treatments by transcribing and processing orders for labs and imaging, ensuring patients receive the follow-up services they need without delay.
• Support the clinical flow by managing front-of-house communications and maintaining medical supplies so the care team can remain focused on the patient.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Medical Assistant obtained within 4 Months (120 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. Approved credentialing bodies include, but may not be limited to: American Medical Technologists, National Healthcare Assoc, National Center for Competency Testing, National Assoc for Health Professionals and American Assoc of Medical Assistants.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

• Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
• 1+ years of experience.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.