Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Support

ChenMed LLC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ChenMed LLC in Memphis is seeking qualified Medical Assistants to measure patient vital signs, record medical histories, and support clinicians across multiple care settings.

You'll prepare patients for exams, communicate clearly with physicians, and assist with basic lab work and medication tasks. BLS certification and EMR experience are preferred, with a focus on compassionate geriatric care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education (GED) required.
• Graduation from a nationally accredited Program in Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, EMT or Paramedic.
• Minimum of 1 year of work experience as Medical Assistant, PCT, EMT or Paramedic.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.
• Experience with geriatric patients is a plus.
• EMR system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measures and records patient vital signs; records patient interview and medical history.
• Prepares patients for examinations and performs routine screening tests; assists physician with exams; explains treatment procedures.
• Observes patients and reports changes in conditions to the physician.
• Collects lab specimens; performs basic waived lab tests.
• Prepares and administers medications; changes dressings and applies bandages.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication skills

EMR experience

Education

Medical Assistant program

EMT/Paramedic program

BLS certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

ChenMed Rx

Job description

ChenMed LLC in Memphis is seeking qualified Medical Assistants to measure patient vital signs, record medical histories, and support clinicians across multiple care settings.

You'll prepare patients for exams, communicate clearly with physicians, and assist with basic lab work and medication tasks. BLS certification and EMR experience are preferred, with a focus on compassionate geriatric care.