Certified Medical Assistant Thoracic Surgery

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension's Saint Thomas Heart West & Midtown in Nashville, TN is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to support thoracic surgery services. This full-time day shift role focuses on preparing treatment environments, initial patient screenings, and accurate documentation to keep the clinical team informed.

You will transcribe and process orders for labs and imaging, coordinate front-of-house communications, manage medical supplies, and help ensure a smooth patient flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; licensure/certification can be substituted for education/experience.
• 1+ year of surgical or specialty medicine Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment environments and conduct initial screenings for patient visits.
• Accurately document vital signs and care journeys for clinical decisions.
• Transcribe and process orders for labs and imaging to ensure timely follow-up services.
• Assist with front-of-house communications and manage medical supplies to support the care team.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma / GED

Medical Assistant certification or equivalent

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Saint Thomas Heart West & Midtown
• Specialty: Thoracic Surgery
• Schedule: Full-time | Days

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. 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.

Work Experience

• Need 1+ years surgical or specialty medicine Medical Assistant experience

Additional Preferences

• Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm
• Medical Assistant certification prior to application.

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

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 99,000+ 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.

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 federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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