Sleep Center Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin

CHS Career Site; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Sleep Center in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced sleep center. You will assist with clinical procedures, manage exam rooms, and handle administrative tasks to ensure smooth clinic operations.

The role requires completion of a Medical Assistant program (preferred) and 0–1 years of experience in a medical setting or externship. BCLS certification may be 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

• 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.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Patient care techniques

Interpersonal skills

Infection control

Time management

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Communication

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Tennova Sleep Center in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced sleep center. You will assist with clinical procedures, manage exam rooms, and handle administrative tasks to ensure smooth clinic operations.

The role requires completion of a Medical Assistant program (preferred) and 0–1 years of experience in a medical setting or externship. BCLS certification may be required.