Medical Assistant: Elite Patient Care & Front-Office Partner

University Physicians' Association, Inc. (UPA); Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match and vesting

Short-term and Long-term disability

Life insurance

Critical Illness

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account with Employer

PTO and sick leave

Bereavement leave

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Centers

Job summary

University Physicians’ Association seeks a qualified Medical Assistant for University Executive Health and Wellness. The role supports physicians, maintains patient flow, and documents in EMR to ensure a high level of patient care. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities include performing vitals, assisting with procedures, managing communications, and coordinating referrals, tests, and surgeries while upholding OSHA standards and patient dignity.

Qualifications

• Two years medical office experience; guest experience and patient relations are a plus.
• Certification as Medical Assistant preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficient clinic patient flow and check in patients with vitals and medical histories.
• Document visit information in EMR and manage patient communications.
• E-prescribe under physician supervision and coordinate referrals and tests.
• Support scheduling surgeries, authorizations, and follow-ups with patients.
• Keep exam rooms stocked, disinfected, and OSHA compliant.

Skills

Multitasking

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Certification Medical Assistant preferred

Tools

EMR system

E-prescribing software

OSHA compliance protocols

Job description

University Physicians’ Association seeks a qualified Medical Assistant for University Executive Health and Wellness. The role supports physicians, maintains patient flow, and documents in EMR to ensure a high level of patient care. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities include performing vitals, assisting with procedures, managing communications, and coordinating referrals, tests, and surgeries while upholding OSHA standards and patient dignity.