Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. The role covers clinical tasks, exam preparation, patient intake, and administrative duties under supervision.

Ideal candidates have MA program completion with up to 1 year of experience, strong communication, and a commitment to confidentiality and infection control in a busy clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• 0-1 years of medical practice experience or externship required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with non-invasive procedures, take vital signs, and prep patients for exams.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms; support patient intake and documentation.
• Handle pre-registering, scheduling, referrals, and insurance verification.
• Maintain logs, manage supplies, and ensure efficient clinic operations.
• Educate patients on medications, diets, and health topics as directed.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Patient care techniques

Time management

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Infection control

Confidentiality handling

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Externship / 0-1 years experience

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. The role covers clinical tasks, exam preparation, patient intake, and administrative duties under supervision.

Ideal candidates have MA program completion with up to 1 year of experience, strong communication, and a commitment to confidentiality and infection control in a busy clinic environment.