Medical Assistant/Nurse Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Medical Assistant/Nurse Maltman Medical Center Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time From $17 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid time off On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Qualifications CPR Certification Laboratory procedures Heavy lifting Phlebotomy

EKG HIPAA

Laboratory experience Organizational skills Medical terminology Communication skills Certified Medical Assistant Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description Maltman Medical Center is located in the Knoxville area and is currently searching for qualified Medical Assistants to fill a full time position. Hours are M-Tr 730-5 and Friday 730-1.

Maltman Medical Center Mission Statement:

Committed to wellness promotion and improving the overall health of the community by providing high quality care, a comprehensive range of services, convenient and timely access with exceptional service and compassion. While certification will be preferred over not, those with experience need apply and will be considered accordingly. This position will be focused on triaging patients, collecting lab specimens, documenting results (urinalysis, pregnancy, etc.) and obtaining PA’s (prior authorizations) from insurance companies and pharmacies. MMC is willing to train the right candidate.

Experience should include:

Knowledge and use of medical terminology, strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills, use of EHR and

HIPPA, CPR

certification, general office operation knowledge, excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to use EKG and spirometry machines accurately, excellent documentation practices, phlebotomy skills, ability to obtain specimens accurately and package accordingly, knowledge of laboratory procedures, ability to carry out provider orders accordingly, and ability to be a team player. Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance.

Physical Requirements:

Hearing:

Adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone. Able to use stethoscope and respond to verbal questions.

Speaking:

Must be able to communicate clearly to patients in person and over the telephone.

Vision:

Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including visual examination of patient and reading information from printed sources and computer screens.

Other:

Requires frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds unassisted, including assisting patients when required. Adequate physical ability including sufficient manual dexterity to perform the requisite health care service, including injections. Requires frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift. Requires exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. All qualified applicants will be considered.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Continuing education credits On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends

Work Location:

In person