Medical Assistant

Hope Family Medicine; Tennessee; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Family Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant to support a small family medicine clinical team. You will prepare patients, monitor vitals, collect specimens, and help manage EHRs to ensure efficient care.

The role emphasizes patient communication, timely appointments, and collaboration with physicians and staff to enhance the patient experience.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant with current credentials.
• Phlebotomy skills required.
• Proficient in medical terminology.
• Experience with EHR systems.
• Ability to monitor vital signs accurately.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Strong time management.
• Knowledge of referrals and prior authorizations.
• Medication knowledge relevant to clinical setting.
• 3+ years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately.
• Collect specimens for lab analysis, including phlebotomy.
• Maintain and update medical records and EHR.
• Schedule and manage patient appointments.
• Communicate with patients regarding care instructions and follow-ups.
• Provide clinical support including EKGs, injections, and medication knowledge.
• Manage inventory of medical supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate referrals and prior authorizations as required.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Medical terminology

Phlebotomy skills

EHR experience

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Medication knowledge

Referral processes knowledge

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EHR software

Phlebotomy equipment

EKG devices

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Medical Assistant plays a vital role within a small family medicine clinical team, supporting physicians and office management to ensure efficient patient care. This role encompasses a broad range of clinical and administrative duties including patient preparation, specimen collection, and managing patient communication, contributing to a streamlined workflow and enhanced patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately
• Collect specimens for lab analysis, including phlebotomy
• Maintain and update medical records and electronic health records (EHR)
• Schedule and manage patient appointments effectively
• Communicate with patients regarding care instructions and follow-ups
• Provide clinical support including EKGs, injections, and medication knowledge
• Manage inventory of medical supplies and equipment
• Coordinate referrals and prior authorizations as required

Required Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification
• Phlebotomy skills
• Strong patient care focus
• Proficient in medical terminology
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Ability to monitor vital signs accurately
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Effective time management skills
• Knowledge of referral processes and prior authorizations
• Medication knowledge relevant to the clinical setting

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in medical assisting
• CPR Certification