CMA — Thoracic Surgery (Day Shift) | Nashville

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

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.