Medical Assistant - Tennova Primary Care - Northshore

Community Health Systems; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Medical Assistant for Tennova Primary Care in Northshore, Knoxville. The role supports patient care under medical supervision, handles both clinical and administrative tasks, and ensures efficient clinic operations with excellent service to patients and staff.

The position involves assisting with procedures, preparing exam rooms, coordinating registrations and referrals, and maintaining supplies while upholding confidentiality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Basic proficiency in computer applications and medical record systems.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Assists with non-invasive procedures and takes vital signs.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms for visits and procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties and documents medical information.
• Maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties including scheduling and referrals.
• Ensures courteous, prompt service to patients and visitors.
• Manages supplies and equipment inventory.
• Educates patients on medications and health topics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Infection control

Education

Medical Assistant program (accredited)

Job description

Medical Assistant - Tennova Primary Care - Northshore

Knoxville, TN, United States

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.


• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.


• 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 170415


• Job Category Allied Health


• Posting Date 11/09/2026, 05:51 PM


• Job Schedule Full time


• Job Shift Day


• Locations 9546 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37922, US