Medical Assistant: Clinic Care & Patient Support

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Knoxville Multispecialty Clinic seeks an Medical Assistant to support a licensed healthcare team by organizing clinic patient flow, collecting screening data, and educating patients and families. The role requires MA certification within 120 days where possible and entails assisting with procedures and ensuring exam room readiness.

The position emphasizes direct patient care, documentation in medical records, and collaboration with the healthcare team to meet organizational

Qualifications

• MA certification within 120 days preferred by state guidelines.
• Basic clinical skills including vital signs, phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Familiarity with clinical documentation in patient records.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supports patient flow and unit operations.
• Collects and documents patient screening data for the healthcare team.
• Assists with patient and family education.
• Performs/assists with procedures according to departmental standards.
• Maintains supplies and equipment in exam rooms.

Skills

Planning & Organizing

Clinical Competencies

Environment of Care

Clinical Documentation

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Knoxville Multispecialty Clinic seeks an Medical Assistant to support a licensed healthcare team by organizing clinic patient flow, collecting screening data, and educating patients and families. The role requires MA certification within 120 days where possible and entails assisting with procedures and ensuring exam room readiness.

The position emphasizes direct patient care, documentation in medical records, and collaboration with the healthcare team to meet organizational