MED ASSISTANT CERT -THOMP

Covenant Health; Sevierville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider dedicated to patient care and excellence in medical services. This role as a Certified Medical Assistant offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic outpatient clinical setting, providing essential support to patients and healthcare providers. You will engage in a variety of tasks, from taking vital signs to assisting with procedures, all while ensuring the highest standards of patient comfort and confidentiality. This position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and contributing to an innovative team focused on quality improvement and comprehensive care. If you are ready to take the next step in your medical career, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant with proficiency in patient care and clinical procedures.
• Must hold a recognized Medical Assistant certification and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient condition, takes vital signs, and assists with examinations.
• Administers medications and documents all interventions in medical records.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Injections

Suturing

Patient Education

Vital Signs Monitoring

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

EKG Machine

Basic Lab Equipment

Computer

Telephone

Job description

Overview

Certified Medical Assistant, TOG Sevierville

PRN/OCC, Variable Hours, Day Shift

Monday-Friday 8-4:30pm primarily at the Sevierville office.

Thompson Oncology Group Overview:

As a member ofCovenant HealthandThompson Cancer Survival Center, Thompson Oncology Group is part of the region’s largest cancer-fighting network, with more imaging centers, more board-certified physicians and surgeons, and more cancer and radiation centers closer to where you call home. All Thompson Oncology Group practices are committed to excellence and ongoing quality improvement.

Thompson Oncology Group (TOG) is a leader in medical oncology services and provides patients access to all proven, drug-based treatments and the latest clinical trial medicines. Our team of board-certified, fellowship-trained medical oncologists and certified advanced practice providers deliver on-site care and treatment, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy, at affiliated infusion centers throughout our region.

Position Summary:

Provides professional clinical care to patients receiving treatments and examination in an outpatient clinical setting under the supervision of the attending provider and practice office manager.

If you have any questions please contact Recruiter: Sarah Grey || [e-mail] || 865-374-5271

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient’s general condition and takes vital signs and weight.
• Assists provider with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments. To include, but not limited to, phlebotomy, injections (will include proficiency in calculations), suturing, and other typical office procedures.
• Administers patient medications per provider order and policy including appropriate dosage, route, site, and documentation.
• Orients, instructs, and trains assigned personnel as applicable.
• Provides basic patient care as ordered.
• Assures test results are received and relayed to patient in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to patient's comfort and privacy by using the AIDET fundamentals of communication.
• Documents all interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed/prescribed, etc., in the medical record.
• Promotes wellness by providing patient education materials and communicating provider’s advice and instructions.
• Reviews and consults with provider regarding patient phone calls and urgency of appointment.
• Ensures an adequate stock of supplies and well-maintained equipment.
• Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records. Maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality in matters regarding the practice, its patients, and employees.
• Ability to use a variety of office and medical equipment including, but not limited to, telephone, computer, fax, stethoscope, EKG machine, ear washing equipment, scales, thermometers, blood pressure cuff, and basic lab equipment.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area.
• Maintains equipment in clean, operating condition.
• Performs referrals and pre-certifications as needed and where applicable.
• May schedule patient appointments per provider order and relay accurately to patients.
• Takes calls from hospitals/nursing homes and relays appropriate information to practitioner in a timely manner.
• Collaborates with the patient, physician, and other care team members as part of a team-based approach to overall patient care.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

Must be sufficient to meet the standard for achievement of the below indicated certification as required by the issuing authority.

Licensure Requirement:

Must be certified as a Medical Assistant from a recognized certifying organization. American Heart Association BLS required.