What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant CMA|RMA or LPN - Tusculum Family Physicians position at SMG Brand?
Tusculum Family Physicians, a division of Summit Medical Group has an opening for an experienced Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) or LPN to join their office. This is a full time opportunity working Monday-Friday. Preferred skills for phlebotomy.
- Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares patients for examinations and procedures according to physician preferences.
- Uses good skills in recording vital signs of patients, including pulse, blood pressure, height, weight, etc.
- Uses good clinical skills in performing appropriate procedures, such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc.
- Uses good clinical skills in assisting the physician(s) with procedures, as well as administering medications and conducting patient educations.
- Handles phone nursing when appropriate, to include triaging, pre-certs, referrals, calling in prescriptions, etc.
- Performs clerical duties necessary for the 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 manner to co-workers, management, and public.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required, prefer additional vocational or college credits.
Experience
At least six months experience in a similar clinical setting preferred.
Certification/License
Certified or Registered Medical Assistant certification or LPN TN license required.
Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee’s largest primary care organization with more than 526 providers at 90 practice locations in 23 counties. Summit also consists of four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Summit provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually. For more information, visit www.summitmedical.com
In addition to our commitment to the health of our community, our organization is also committed to the health of our employees through our employee Wellness Program. Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the wellness program. Pre-employment drug testing will occur prior to starting work and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.