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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$38,280 / year median in Tennessee
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Description Vital Signs Explaining procedures to patients Perform laboratory tests and assist with coding Maintain cleanliness and organization of the clinic environment Document patient information in EHR Provide education to patients regarding treatment plans and preventive care Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure high-quality patient care Ability to float between clinics in Knoxville, Morristown, and/or Athens (will receive schedule in advance) Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous experience in a clinical setting preferred (6 months+ preferred), particularly in emergency medicine or geriatrics Familiarity with coding practices related to medical billing is a plus A compassionate approach to patient care with an emphasis on empathy and understanding X-ray certification a plus Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.