Per Diem Medical Assistant — Dynamic Patient Care

Concentra; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Concentra in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Medical Assistant Per Diem to join our patient care team on an as-needed schedule. You will perform routine medical procedures under supervision, support front desk tasks, and help ensure a positive patient experience.

The role requires DOT/non-DOT testing, vital signs, specimen collection, immunizations, phlebotomy, and device operation while maintaining HIPAA and safety guidelines. Training and certifications are part of ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited medical assistant program with externship preferred, OR at least one year of direct patient care experience
• Military medical specialist experience acceptable if credentials meet state requirements and applicable regulations

Responsibilities

• Perform DOT and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing
• Prepare patients for physical examinations, including vital signs and ancillary testing
• Perform rapid screening tests (influenza, strep, mono, glucose)
• Assist providers during examination and treatment
• Triage emergent patients and perform routine medical procedures as ordered
• Prepare and assist clinician with procedure setup and injury care
• Apply bandages, dressings and splints as ordered
• Dispense medications and DME as ordered in accordance with state regulations
• Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms
• Notify supervisor if equipment not functioning or supplies needed
• Assist with patient flow and communicate wait times
• Handle front/back office tasks and proper record keeping
• Ensure accuracy in documentation
• Perform front office duties and manage communications
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules
• Attend staff meetings and training
• Maintain clinic appearance
• Complete applicable training including clinical competency monthly

Skills

Service mentality

Attention to detail

Sense of urgency

Initiative

Flexibility

Customer service

HIPAA handling

Communication

Teamwork

Training

Medical certifications

MS Office

Education

Vocational/Technical/Business School

Externship preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Concentra in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Medical Assistant Per Diem to join our patient care team on an as-needed schedule. You will perform routine medical procedures under supervision, support front desk tasks, and help ensure a positive patient experience.

The role requires DOT/non-DOT testing, vital signs, specimen collection, immunizations, phlebotomy, and device operation while maintaining HIPAA and safety guidelines. Training and certifications are part of ongoing development.