Medical Specialist - KOC University

Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic (KOC) is seeking a skilled, organized, and patient-focused Medical Specialist to join our clinical team. This unique position combines medical assisting, clinical scribing, and direct provider support, making it an integral part of delivering efficient, high-quality orthopaedic care.

The Medical Specialist works closely with physicians and Advanced Practice Providers throughout the patient-care process. Responsibilities include preparing and rooming patients, assisting with clinical procedures, documenting patient encounters in real time, coordinating follow-up care, and managing provider-directed clinical tasks.

The ideal candidate is comfortable in a fast-paced clinical environment, has strong medical terminology and documentation skills, and enjoys working closely with providers and patients as part of a collaborative team.

What You'll Do

• Prepare examination rooms, supplies, instruments, and equipment for patient care.

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, chief complaints, medication histories, allergies, and other relevant clinical information.

• Accurately update patient medications, medical histories, allergies, and other information in the electronic health record.

• Assist physicians and Advanced Practice Providers with in-office procedures, injections, splinting, casting, wound care, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing within the scope of training.

• Serve as a clinical scribe by documenting patient encounters accurately and in real time.

• Assist providers with orders, referrals, imaging and therapy requests, prescriptions, durable medical equipment documentation, and follow-up instructions.

• Serve as a primary clinical support resource for assigned providers by anticipating needs and helping maintain an efficient patient workflow.

• Manage assigned clinical tasks, messages, results, forms, and communications according to provider direction.

• Communicate approved provider instructions, treatment plans, test results, and follow-up needs to patients.

• Coordinate imaging, therapy, surgery preparation, referrals, and other aspects of patient care as directed.

• Provide appropriate patient education regarding procedures, treatments, medications, equipment, and post-visit instructions.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

• Follow HIPAA, OSHA, infection-control, patient-safety, and other applicable clinical and organizational requirements.

• Participate in training, cross-training, team meetings, quality-improvement activities, and special projects as needed.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent clinical training required.

• One to two years of experience in a medical clinic, physician practice, or comparable clinical environment.

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, patient-rooming procedures, clinical workflows, and electronic health record documentation.

• Ability to document accurately and efficiently while supporting a provider during patient encounters.

• Strong organizational, communication, and patient-service skills.

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and perform clinical responsibilities safely and within the scope of training and KOC policies.

Preferred Experience

• Current Medical Assistant certification, such as CMA, RMA, or an equivalent credential.

• Previous experience as a clinical scribe or providing direct clinical support to a physician or Advanced Practice Provider.

• Experience in orthopaedics, sports medicine, surgery, or another specialty practice.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Join the KOC Team

At Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic, our clinical Team Members work alongside physicians and Advanced Practice Providers to help deliver an exceptional patient experience. This position is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care, clinical documentation, and developing a strong working relationship with providers.

If you are a motivated healthcare professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment, we encourage you to apply and become part of the KOC team.

Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to providing a positive work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.