Medical Assistant Position Available In Wilson, Tennessee

Medical Assistant The Surgical Clinic – 3.3 Mount Juliet, TN Job Details Full-time 2 days ago Qualifications Vital signs Mid-level High school diploma or GED Surgery Phone triage Full Job Description The Surgical Clinic (TSC) is Middle Tennessee’s premier multi-specialty surgical practice, dedicated to utilizing the latest medical technology while prioritizing patient care, convenience, and satisfaction. With over 40 surgeons, our patient-focused clinics are conveniently located, providing access to advanced surgical procedures close to home. Why Join Us? At The Surgical Clinic (TSC), we believe that our people are the heart of our success. As Middle Tennessee’s premier multi-specialty surgical practice, we are committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative, and innovative workplace where every team member can thrive.

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About The Surgical Clinic (TSC) is a group of private practice surgeons representing many specialties of surgical practice to develop patient-focused, conveniently located places to give patients access to needed surgical procedures close to home. Since its founding in 1997, The Surgical Clinic has continued to attract talented surgeons, becoming one of Middle Tennessee’s most respected practices. TSC specializes in bariatric surgery, breast surgery, general surgery, plastic surgery, podiatry, surgical oncology surgery, vascular & endovascular surgery, and veins. In addition, TSC has established several Vascular Procedure Centers, TSC prosthetics and accredited ultrasound labs. Position Summary The Medical Assistant position is responsible for scheduling and pre-creating all surgeries and tests ordered by surgeons. Instruct patients in pre-surgical and pretest preparation. Assist patients in understanding their financial responsibilities, including how insurance deductibles and coinsurance work. Record all facility-based charges while maintaining a positive attitude and fostering strong working relationship with patients, doctors, coworkers, and facilities. Key Responsibilities Assist physician to ensure maximum efficiency Maintain adequate stock of medications and supplies Keep rooms and equipment clean between procedures Obtain lab test and other reports for physician review Schedule and Order tests Precert tests and surgeries Obtain vital signs, ascertain seriousness of patient complaints, and begin appropriate measures and document in patient record Collect, label and document lab specimens Sterilize instruments Triage Patient phone calls Provide physician instructions Notify hospital or skilled nursing facility of physician orders Schedule patients for tests and/or to other physician offices Contact patient of test results or surgeries Contact pharmacy regarding orders/changes etc. Perform other tasks as needed Requirements and Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent is required Current LPN or current Medical Assistant License is preferred Knowledge of medications and side effects Ability to develop and communicate self-care programs Skill and knowledge of various surgery equipment and surgery treatment procedures Complete charts, charge tickets, review and verify Codes for physician charges Maintain Quality OSHA Controls/HIPAA compliant Sterile techniques and process EKG Physical Requirements The physical requirements listed are representative of those that may be faced by a Medical Assistant throughout their scope of employment. To conduct this position properly, applicants must be able to complete the following list of physical tasks. Reasonable accommodation will be available for those individuals with disabilities and are not able to complete the following tasks. Sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time Lifting objects, possibly weights more than 30 pounds Bending, reaching, and twisting Ability to assist and support patients in transfer from exam rooms, out of wheelchairs, onto exam tables, during the exam process, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus as needed