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University Physicians' Association

Medical Assistant - UT Urgent Care Halls

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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

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Job Description

Description UT Urgent Care Clinic has provided medical care for acute illnesses and minor injuries to Knoxville, TN and surrounding counties since 2007. UT Urgent Care is seeking experienced, well qualified Medical Assistants for our Halls location, who must be a team player and comfortable working in a fast-pace urgent care environment. A successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties but not limited to: Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families during visit, by demonstrating sensitivity to patients' comfort and privacy. Accurately records patient history, complete patient vitals, retrieves basic condition of patient and reports to appropriate practitioner. Assists provider with examination, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care, such as: apply splints and wound dressings, collect and record various laboratory tests, administer oral and injectable medication.
Position Highlights:
Flexible Schedule:
36-hour work week scheduled between 3 shifts per week, with option for overtime pay (1.5 x hour)
Clinic Hours:
12-hour weekday shift, 9AM-9PM / 9-hour weekend shift, 9AM-6
PM Growth:
Performance based pay increases and promotions are available for team members to achieve at their own pace
Professional Development:
Opportunities for educational programs, professional development workshops and certifications offered through
University of Tennessee Medical Center Salary Description:
$17.00/hr - $22.00/hr Shift differential up to $2.00 per hour Dependent on experience
Benefits:
Health Insurance:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness, FSA, HSA with
Employer Contribution Retirement:
401(k) with company matching and immediate vesting
PTO:
PTO, Sick, Bereavement Leave Support:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support when you need it for counseling, legal and financial support.
Employee Access Benefits:
- Fitness Center Access Requirements 12-hour/9-hour shifts, including ability to work weekends (no overnights) Reliable transportation Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment Outstanding customer service skills
Education:
Requirement of GED or Higher School Diploma Completion of Medical Assistant program, registered/certified (RMA/CMA) or 2+ years' experience working in medical office