Medical Assistant

Job Title: Medical AssistantJob Description

This role provides direct clinical and administrative support in a primary care clinic, working closely with an assigned physician to ensure efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and high-quality patient care. The Medical Assistant performs rooming, vital signs, testing, and follow-up activities while effectively using the electronic medical record system.

Responsibilities

• Room patients efficiently and prepare them for examinations, ensuring all necessary information and documentation are collected.
• Perform patient check-in and check-out procedures, including verifying information and coordinating follow-up needs.
• Order laboratory tests accurately according to physician instructions and clinic protocols.
• Handle patient follow-up activities, including managing incoming calls, relaying messages, and providing updates as directed by the physician.
• Measure and record vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and other relevant clinical data.
• Prepare exam rooms before each patient visit, ensuring cleanliness, proper supplies, and readiness for procedures.
• Conduct point-of-care (POC) testing as ordered, documenting results accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Stock shelves and maintain supplies, performing standard office and clinical support tasks to keep the clinic organized and efficient.
• Utilize the electronic medical record (EMR) system to document patient encounters, update charts, and support clinical workflows.
• Process medication refill requests in accordance with clinic policies and physician guidance.
• Perform phlebotomy when needed, including blood draws and specimen handling, if qualified.
• Collaborate closely with the physician and clinic team to support smooth daily operations and a positive patient experience.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated medical assisting skills in a clinical or primary care setting.
• Ability to room patients, obtain and record vital signs, and prepare exam rooms.
• Proficiency in performing point-of-care (POC) testing and accurately documenting results.
• Experience using an electronic medical record (EMR) system to manage patient information.
• Strong organizational skills for managing patient check-in, check-out, and follow-up activities.
• Effective communication skills for handling incoming patient calls and coordinating messages.
• Capability to support medication refill processes in alignment with clinical guidelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using Cerner/PowerChart EMR is highly preferred.
• Phlebotomy skills are preferred but not required for the role.
• Ability to perform blood draws and manage lab specimens is an asset.
• Comfort working in a primary care provider (PCP) clinic environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in clinical documentation and lab ordering.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office-style primary care clinic operating Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Medical Assistant typically supports a manageable patient volume of approximately 8 to 12 patients per day, allowing for thorough and attentive care. The role involves working closely with a physician and clinic staff in a professional, team-oriented setting that relies on an electronic medical record system, including Cerner/PowerChart where applicable. The environment combines clinical tasks such as vital signs, POC testing, and occasional phlebotomy with administrative duties like check-in, check-out, and patient follow-up, all within a structured daytime schedule.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Knoxville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

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.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

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