Medical Assistant - Patient Care, Growth & Great Benefits

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Licensure/certification reimbursement

Student loan support

Employee rewards and recognition

Job summary

Tennova Neurosurgery in Knoxville, TN is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision. You will assist with procedures, manage exam rooms, handle patient intake, and contribute to efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent service to patients and staff.

The role requires completing a Medical Assistant program (accredited) and 0-1 years of experience in a medical setting, with BCLS certification preferred.

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

• Assist providers with non-invasive procedures (vital signs, exam prep).
• Prepare and clean exam rooms before visits and procedures.
• Handle patient intake, report test results, triage by phone, document information.
• Maintain daily logs and documentation.
• Support administrative duties (pre-registering patients, scheduling, referrals, insurance checks).
• Maintain organized workload and provide courteous, efficient service to patients and staff.
• Monitor supplies and equipment; ensure inventory and functionality.
• Educate patients on medications and health topics; address questions.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Patient service

Confidentiality

Medical terminology

Education

Medical Assistant program (accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tennova Neurosurgery in Knoxville, TN is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision. You will assist with procedures, manage exam rooms, handle patient intake, and contribute to efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent service to patients and staff.

The role requires completing a Medical Assistant program (accredited) and 0-1 years of experience in a medical setting, with BCLS certification preferred.