Clinical Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Clinic Ops

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical Assistant at Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center provides essential clinical and administrative support under supervision, assisting with procedures, prepping exam rooms, and facilitating patient intake to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Strong communication, infection control, and time management are required, along with basic computer and EMR proficiency to maintain accurate records and effective patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Skills

Medical procedures

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Infection control

Multitasking

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

MS Office

EMR systems

Job description

The Medical Assistant at Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center provides essential clinical and administrative support under supervision, assisting with procedures, prepping exam rooms, and facilitating patient intake to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Strong communication, infection control, and time management are required, along with basic computer and EMR proficiency to maintain accurate records and effective patient care.