Medical Assistant - Urology - Powell

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins

PTO and extended illness benefits

401(k) with company match

Career development and advancement

Licensure and certification reimburse

Student Loan Support

Rewards and recognition programs

Collaborative culture

Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, etc

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under supervision. This role helps with procedures, maintains exam rooms, handles patient intake, and supports efficient clinic operations with excellent service to patients and staff.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing rooms, handling triage, scheduling, referrals, verifying insurance, and maintaining documentation.

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.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures and vital signs.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting results and triage.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload and provides courteous, efficient service.
• Monitors supplies and manages inventory.
• Educates patients on medications and health topics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Time management

Confidentiality

Critical thinking

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

Medical record systems

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Benefits

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways
• We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement
• Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day
• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact!

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.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.