Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Knoxville, TN, is seeking a Medical Assistant for Tennova Primary Care Hardin Valley. The role supports patient care and clinic operations, handling clinical and administrative tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities include patient intake, room preparation, vital signs, triage, and coordinating referrals, all while delivering courteous service. A Medical Assistant program and BCLS certification are preferred and required respectively.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or externship required.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to follow supervision and provide patient care under licensed personnel.
• BCLS certification 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 standards.

Skills

Medical office procedures

MS Office & EHR

Interpersonal communication

Confidentiality/HIPAA

Time management

Education

Medical Assistant program (accredited)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Knoxville, TN, is seeking a Medical Assistant for Tennova Primary Care Hardin Valley. The role supports patient care and clinic operations, handling clinical and administrative tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities include patient intake, room preparation, vital signs, triage, and coordinating referrals, all while delivering courteous service. A Medical Assistant program and BCLS certification are preferred and required respectively.