Medical Assistant

East Tennessee Gastroenterology PLL

Medical Assistant

Cleveland, TN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Paid time off

    Profit sharing

    Training & development

    Benefits/Perks

    Competitive Compensation

    Great Work Environment

    Career Advancement Opportunities

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team! As a Medical Assistant, you will be preparing for each patient visit by preparing charts and bringing patient's to exam rooms. Also, providing routine support alongside nurses and medical staff, and assisting with keeping track of tests and/or lab reporting. You will also be helping managing prescription authorizations, and cleaning instruments and/or rooms as needed and assisting as needed with scheduling and other office duties. The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills, an interest in learning more about a working medical environment, and has previous office experience.

    Responsibilities

    Prepare for the patient visit, including pulling charts and notes, as well as taking vitals and entering information into EMR

    Clean room, instruments and equipment after use

    Answer phones and field questions about medical issues, identifying visit needs

    Assist nurses and doctors with basic medical care and procedures

    Post-procedure call backs, answer patient questions and assist with scheduling as needed

    Track results, pre-authorize and track prescriptions, and handle basic medical office duties

    Qualifications

    BLS Certification or Certified Medical Assistant desired

    Excellent customer service skills

    Strong attention to detail