Medical Assistant, LPN or ATC Full-time Stonecrest

The Hughston Clinic; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) plan

Job summary

The Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics is seeking a Medical Assistant for our Stonecrest clinic in Smyrna, TN. You will support physicians with patient care and perform administrative tasks to keep the clinic running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have MA certification or at least one year of experience, with HIPAA knowledge and the ability to work independently. Local travel and EMR proficiency are important for daily operations.

Qualifications

• MA Certification or 1 year of Medical Assistant experience required.
• Orthopaedics experience preferred.
• High School or equivalent; BLS certification required.
• Must be able to work independently and adhere to HIPAA requirements.
• Local travel via personal vehicle may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care activities in clinic.
• Review and maintain charts per EMR guidelines.
• Escort patients and manage patient flow during clinic.
• Assess initial vital signs and assist with minor procedures.
• Assist with placement, removal of devices, and wound care.
• Sterilize equipment and stock exam rooms.
• Handle administrative duties: scheduling, insurance forms, data entry.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

Independent work

Medical assisting

Communication with patients

Education

High School or equivalent

BLS certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

About Us

Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics has an exciting opportunity to join our family as a Medical Assistant at our Stonecrest clinic.

At Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, we put patients first. For over 77 years, Hughston has remained committed to providing high quality patient care. We have several locations in Nashville and the surrounding cities in Middle Tennessee.

Our mission is to provide world-class service for all our patients. We strive to be the best provider in orthopedic care, and continue to support and encourage our patients to resume a more active lifestyle.

Hughston offers competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay and more. Our 401(k) plan provides a company safe harbor contribution to help you get started in saving for your retirement.

Position Goal

Assist Physician(s) in Clinic with patient care activities. Complete administrative duties as required.

Position Responsibilities

• Familiarity with what the physician requires for a productive clinic.
• Review and maintain charts to ensure completeness/EMR guidelines w/reviewing clinicals.
• Escort patient from waiting area to triage area, ranging from those patients with full mobility to limited mobility. Constant monitoring of schedules and patient flow during clinic to ensure maximum efficiency/organization.
• Review initial vital signs evaluation to include any lab specimens
• Remove staples, sutures, and assist with minor surgical procedures as needed
• Assist with placement, removal, and instruction of devices such as splints, immobilizers, braces, and bandages
• Clean and sterilize equipment using approved techniques
• Clean and stock exam rooms and change sheets on exam tables after each patient
• Communicate restrictions and instructions to patients
• Follow up calls to patients after surgery or other invasive procedure to document their progress
• Communication with outside facilities for scheduling tests or surgery to include having any necessary orders, pre-cert, or referral information ready
• Completion of insurance, disability, and FMLA forms in a timely manner
• Assist in administrative duties as required, to include but not limited to: collection of past due balances when scheduling surgery, check in/check out; scheduling appointments, procedures, and surgeries, pre-cert procedures, insurance verification, data entry, posting charges, and assisting secretaries.

Experience

MA Certification or Minimum of one (1) year work experience as a Medical Assistant required. Orthopaedics experience preferred.

Education

High School or equivalent required. BLS certification required.

Special Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently.
• Must have working knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
• Must have knowledge of the health care field and medical specialty.
• This position requires local travel via personal vehicle so a valid driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record upon hire are required (MVR will be screened on an annual basis.)

The Hughston Clinic, The Hughston Foundation, The Hughston Surgical Center, Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, Hughston Medical, and Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital participate in E-Verify. This company is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.