Medical Assistant - Tennova Primary Care Farragut

Community Health Systems; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. This role is essential in supporting patient care through both clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring smooth clinic operations while providing excellent service. You will assist with medical procedures, manage patient intake, and maintain organized exam rooms. If you have a passion for healthcare and are looking to make a difference in patients' lives, this position offers the opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment. Join a team committed to delivering quality care and making a positive impact in the community.

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

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures and patient intake.
• Maintains exam rooms and manages clinic communications efficiently.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and health-related topics.

Skills

Medical Office Procedures

Patient Care Techniques

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Education

Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Medical Record Systems

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Medical Assistant - Tennova Primary Care Farragut

Knoxville, TN, United States

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Job Description

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. This role assists with medical procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while providing excellent service to patients and staff.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Basic proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office and medical record systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide exceptional service to patients and staff.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Effective time management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Critical thinking abilities to analyze situations and develop appropriate solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required

Job Info

• Job Identification 114893
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 05/06/2025, 03:56 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 10810 PARKSIDE DR, KNOXVILLE, TN, 37934, US