Certified Medical Assistant (CMA | LPN 8:00 am - 5:00 pm) - Summit Medical Group at Morristown
Summit Medical Group · Morristown, TN · 1 mo ago
On-siteFinanceFull-time
About the role
Summit Medical Group at Morristown has an opening for an experienced Certified Medical Assistant or LPN (CMA or LPN) to join their office to assist with clinical tasks as directed by the physician(s) or mid-level provider in the care of patients. This is a full time opportunity working 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Responsibilities
- Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares patients for examinations and procedures according to physician preferences.
- Records vital signs of patients, including pulse, blood pressure, height, weight, etc.
- Performs appropriate procedures such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc.
- Assists the physician(s) with procedures, administers medications, and conducts patient education.
- Handles phone nursing when appropriate, including triaging, pre‑certs, referrals, calling in prescriptions, etc.
- Performs clerical duties necessary for physicians to see patients; contacts patients regarding test results or for other related reasons as directed.
- Pulls and prepares patient records for physicians to treat patients, as needed.
- If needed, schedules patient appointments with efficient use of clinical time slots.
- Maintains stocked, neat, and clean exam rooms and common work areas on a daily basis.
- Adheres to established company policies and procedures (including the corporate compliance program), and follows state and federal regulations, such as OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.
- Adheres to site‑specific protocols and expectations.
- Performs duties in a professional manner while exhibiting a courteous and cooperative attitude toward co‑workers, management, and the public.
- Maintains strictest confidentiality, both internally (with Summit employees) and externally (with non‑Summit persons).
- Actively participates in site‑level Quality Improvement Activities; contributes to continual evaluation of site performance and implementation/measurement of improvement activities that increase quality of care.
- Performs all other duties assigned by supervisor, Site Manager, physician, or Administrative staff.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; preference for additional vocational or college credits.
- At least six months experience in a similar clinical setting preferred.
- Certified or Registered Medical Assistant certification required.
Schedule
Full time, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.