Jobs · Healthcare · Tennessee

Medical Assistant

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care · Gallatin, TN · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time

About the role

The Medical Assistant provides clinical care to patients in urgent care, occupational health, and workers’ compensation settings. Responsibilities include initial evaluations, x-ray testing, and preparing patients for provider evaluation by recording histories, vital signs, and documentation while recognizing acuity levels for appropriate intervention.

Responsibilities

  • Greet patients promptly and provide clear communication about next steps and wait times
  • Offer solutions to patient concerns and seek help in emergent or hazardous situations
  • Ensure timely follow-up for lab and x-ray results; execute follow-up calls with urgency
  • Support front desk staff with check-in and check-out procedures when needed
  • Accurately document vital signs, histories, medications, allergies, and other pertinent details
  • Assist with patient transfers, procedures, and lab work under provider supervision
  • Prepare and shoot X-Rays, ensuring proper positioning, safety, radiation protection, and shielding
  • Complete all required visit documentation and maintain stocked, clean exam rooms
  • Adhere to infection control, safety, and patient confidentiality standards
  • Perform phlebotomy, injections, and other clinical procedures as trained and directed

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • BLS Certification
  • Certified Medical Assistant is preferred
  • Experience performing X-Rays is desirable

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Options
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Continuing Education Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401K plan with company contribution
  • No-Cost Office Visits
  • Generous discounts on some billable services

Schedule

Full-time team members work a rotating 36-40 hour/week schedule, consisting of 12-hour weekday shifts and every-other weekend. PRN (per diem) team members are scheduled on an as-needed basis.

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