Medical Assistant — Meaningful Care, Weekdays & Benefits

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

Generous PTO and extended illness

401(k) with company match

Career development and advancement

Licensure and certification reimburse.

Student Loan Support

Rewards and recognition programs

Collaborative culture

Pet insurance / identity protection /

Job summary

The Medical Assistant at Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, managing exam rooms, and coordinating patient intake to ensure efficient clinic operations and excellent service.

Ideal candidates have completed an accredited Medical Assistant program and 0-1 years of experience in a medical setting or externship.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standard.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Infection control

Time management

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Medical Assistant program

Job description

The Medical Assistant at Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, managing exam rooms, and coordinating patient intake to ensure efficient clinic operations and excellent service.

Ideal candidates have completed an accredited Medical Assistant program and 0-1 years of experience in a medical setting or externship.