Patient-Focused Medical Assistant & Clinic Support

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision. The role includes clinical tasks, patient intake, and administrative duties to keep the clinic running smoothly.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, room preparation, triage, documentation, and patient education. A Medical Assistant program is preferred, with 0-1 year experience or externship completion is required.

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

• Assist providers with non-invasive medical procedures and take vital signs.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms before patient visits and procedures.
• Handle patient intake, report results, and document information as directed.
• Maintain daily logs and documentation.
• Support administrative duties: pre-register patients, schedule, referrals, verify insurance, and clinic communications.
• Maintain organized workload and provide courteous service to patients and staff.
• Monitor supplies and equipment to ensure inventory and functionality.
• Educate patients on medications and dietary topics; answer questions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Patient care techniques

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Infection control

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Medical Assistant program from an accredited school

0-1 years medical practice experience or externship

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision. The role includes clinical tasks, patient intake, and administrative duties to keep the clinic running smoothly.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, room preparation, triage, documentation, and patient education. A Medical Assistant program is preferred, with 0-1 year experience or externship completion is required.