Medical Assistant/PSR

Meharry Medical College; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant/Patient Service Representative to support patient care and front-office operations at our Nashville campus. You will room patients, take vitals, assist with procedures, administer vaccines, maintain medical records, and schedule visits while ensuring accurate documentation.

The role requires certified medical assisting credentials, strong knowledge of EHR systems, and the ability to communicate with diverse patients.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant Certification from AAMA or AMT required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients promptly and document vital signs and chief complaints in medical records.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
• Administer vaccines and injections as ordered by the provider.
• Perform front office duties: answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage records and billing.
• Disinfect rooms and sterilize equipment according to schedule and OSHA standards.
• Support multi-site staffing coverage as needed.

Skills

Front desk

Vital signs

Vaccinations

EHR documentation

Medical terminology

Customer service

Multi-site scheduling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA/AMT)

Tools

EHR systems

Medical equipment

Job description

The Medical Assistant/Patient Service Rep., under general supervision and direction, renders patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing and accreditation standards and provider’s orders. Assists physicians or other providers in preparing patients for examination, treatment and implementing patient care treatment programs; performs related technical tasks that support the provider. Performs front office and other clerical duties.Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities):Promptly and courteously rooms patient for examination, obtains patient’s vital signs, chief complaint and brief history and documents accurately in medical record. Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Administers vaccines, injections and/or medications as ordered by the provider. Performs medical procedures or assists with procedures to include but not limited to dressings; hearing and visual testing, and respiratory therapy.Performs front office and other clerical duties that include, but are not limited to: answers phones, take and relay messages; greets patients; schedule initial and return appointments; reconciles no-show appointments; confirms appointments within 48 hours of visit time; prepares, pulls, files medical records; obtain patient demographic information and input into computer; check patient out; collect fees from patients; and assists with other clerical functions such as compiling data for reports and records. Adheres to department policies, procedures, protocols and standards.Documents all patient interventions and responses thoroughly in patient’s medical record; tracks laboratory and diagnostic test results; communicates results and orders to patient as directed by the provider. Conduct patient callbacks as directed by physician. Accurately document patient’s comments and/or progress completely in patient’s medical record.Reviews written and verbal instructions, educational materials and procedure consent forms with patient and/or family members. Schedule tests, surgeries and obtain prior authorization and/or precertification. Arranges patient’s follow-up or referral appointment scheduling.Disinfects patient rooms after each patient and sterilizes equipment and instruments according to office schedule, procedures and/or manufacturer’s recommendations. Maintains a clean and orderly patient environment (removing soiled linen, disposing of waste, etc.) according to universal precautions and OSHA standards.Multi-site responsibility for staffing coverage at various clinic sites on a rotating basis.Performs other related duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:Demonstrates general understanding and knowledge of front/back office standards, procedures, medical terminology and medical office practices.Ability to administer vaccinations and give injections.Knowledge and capability of documenting in electronic health records.Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.Ability to handle multiple tasks, independently, under pressure.Ability to maintain quality control standards.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.Ability to operate computer keyboard, terminal and printer, general office equipment, special medical and telephone equipment.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred:Ability to perform venipuncture and capillary blood collectionAbility to translate for non-English speaking patients/ sign languageEducation and Experience Required:High School diploma or GED required, Medical Assistant Certification from either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or American Medical Technologist (AMT).Basic Cardiac Life Support CertificationBilingual preferredEnvironmental Conditions and Physical DemandsUsual work environmentManual dexterityVisual and auditory acuityAble to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time