Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Front-Office Support

Community Health Systems; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Medical Assistant for Tennova MultiSpecialty at Turkey Creek in Knoxville, TN. The role supports patient care and clinic operations by performing clinical and administrative tasks under a provider's supervision.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, assisting with procedures, managing patient intake, and coordinating referrals and scheduling.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and prepare patients for exams.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Assist with patient intake duties, including triage and documenting medical information.
• Review and maintain daily logs and documentation.
• Coordinate administrative tasks such as scheduling, referrals, and insurance verification.
• Educate patients on medications, diets, and health topics.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Medical record systems

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Medical Assistant for Tennova MultiSpecialty at Turkey Creek in Knoxville, TN. The role supports patient care and clinic operations by performing clinical and administrative tasks under a provider's supervision.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, assisting with procedures, managing patient intake, and coordinating referrals and scheduling.