Medical Assistant / LPN — Weekdays, Patient‑Focused Clinic

University Physicians' Association, Inc. (UPA); Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights or weekends

Full benefits package

Job summary

University Physicians' Association, Inc. (UPA) seeks a compassionate Certified Medical Assistant or LPN to join the UT Rheumatology team on the UT Medical Center campus. This role offers Monday–Friday, daytime hours with no nights or on-call, and a full benefits package.

You will support physicians, handle patient flow, authorizations, and phlebotomy, contributing to a positive patient experience. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong communication and time-management skills,

Qualifications

• Active LPN license or MA Certification required.
• Previous medical or clinical experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and effective time management.

Responsibilities

• Assisting physicians with direct patient care.
• Scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
• Completing prior authorizations and pre-certifications for MRIs and CTs.
• Communicating test results clearly and professionally.
• Performing phlebotomy.
• Supporting a variety of clinical and administrative duties.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Detail-oriented

Scheduling

Education

LPN license

MA certification

Job description

University Physicians' Association, Inc. (UPA) seeks a compassionate Certified Medical Assistant or LPN to join the UT Rheumatology team on the UT Medical Center campus. This role offers Monday–Friday, daytime hours with no nights or on-call, and a full benefits package.

You will support physicians, handle patient flow, authorizations, and phlebotomy, contributing to a positive patient experience. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong communication and time-management skills,