Medical Assistant — Patient Care, Growth & Benefits

North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. You will assist with medical procedures, maintain exam rooms, and help with patient intake and communications.

Qualified candidates have an accredited Medical Assistant program, 0–1 years in a medical setting or externship, and BCLS certification. Strong interpersonal and computer skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide exceptional service to patients and staff.
• Basic proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office and medical record systems.

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

Patient care

Microsoft Office

Education

Medical Assistant program

Externship experience (completed)

BCLS Certification

Tools

Medical record systems

Job description

North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. You will assist with medical procedures, maintain exam rooms, and help with patient intake and communications.

Qualified candidates have an accredited Medical Assistant program, 0–1 years in a medical setting or externship, and BCLS certification. Strong interpersonal and computer skills are valued.