Orthopedic Clinic CMA

CommonSpirit Health; Ringgold (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Medical Group, Orthopedics - Ringgold, is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinicians and improve patient flow. You will document visits in the EMR, assist with exams and procedures, and ensure accurate, timely care under physician direction.

The role emphasizes clinical proficiency, meticulous record-keeping, and proactive support of high-quality patient care in a fast-paced orthopedic setting in Ringgold, GA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required at hire.
• Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant program and CMA/AAMA certification.
• Current CPR certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document patient care, including admission interviews and accurate documentation.
• Assist with exams, treatments, procedures and tests as directed.
• Document care in the EMR, including chief complaint and patient plan.
• Ensure proper EMR flow and template usage for efficient visits.
• Schedule and instruct patients for tests, treatments, and hospital admissions per insurance protocol.
• Calculate and prepare medications accurately, per provider instructions.

Skills

CMA certification

CPR certification

EMR proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant program

AAMA certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Certified Medical Assistant at CommonSpirit Medical Group - Orthopedics - Ringgold , you will be an indispensable clinical partner, elevating patient care and optimizing physician efficiency through advanced support. Every day, you will expertly manage clinical documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), accurately perform ancillary healthcare services, and execute specific physician instructions, ensuring precise and efficient patient visits. To be successful in this role, you will combine advanced clinical proficiency with exceptional attention to detail, a strong aptitude for electronic health records, and a proactive approach to supporting high-quality patient care.

• Perform and direct patient care services including, but not limited to, admission interview, accurate documentation and timely patient flow.
• Ensure priority care is provided to patients in an emergency situation. Assist healthcare providers with exams, treatments, procedures and testing as directed.
• Accompany the physician into the exam room for the patient visit documenting in the electronic medical record (EMR) all aspects of care including, but not limited to, chief complaint , history of presenting illness, physical exam and patient plan as directed by the physician.
• Work directly with physician to ensure the patient visit is appropriately documented. Ensure optimization of physician practice by keeping current with EMR flow and templates.
• Schedule and provide patient instruction(s) for tests, treatments and hospital admissions, following correct insurance protocol. (i.e. pre-certification, referrals, chart documentation, etc.)
• Accurately perform basic calculations for appropriate dose, safely prepares and administers prescribed medications, as ordered by the healthcare provider.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
• High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
• Other Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant course., upon hire and
• Other Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current/valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable. , upon hire and
• Certified Medical Assistant AAMA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 14 - days

Preferred

• 2 years Medical Assistant experience and
• Electronic health record experience

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Medical Group (Mountain Management Services) is a leading provider of comprehensive office management services and affiliated physicians in Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. Our award-winning, faith-based organization is dedicated to supporting the delivery of exceptional healthcare in the region. We are proud to be consistently recognized for excellence by organizations like U.S. News & World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are honored to be your trusted ally in health, dedicated to serving our community with compassion and excellence.