CMA/Front Office - The Office of Dr. Reese

Company: Summit Medical Group
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Overview

About Summit Medical Group

Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee's largest primary care organization with more than 300 providers at 66 practice locations in 15 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 health-care services to more than 280,000 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. Furthermore, Summit Medical Group hires only non-tobacco users. Pre-employment drug testing will include testing for nicotine, and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.

Responsibilities

About Our Career Opportunity

The Office of Dr. Kenneth Reese, a division of Summit Medical Group, is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant- Front Office Float to join their practice. This is a Full-time opportunity.

This role will be primarily clerical and secondary CMA.

Responsibilities: (List does not include all duties assigned)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (List does not include all duties assigned)

* 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.
* If needed, schedules patient appointments with efficient use of clinical time slots.
* Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares patients for examinations and procedures according to physician preferences when appropiate.
* Records vital signs of patients, including pulse, blood pressure, height, etc. when appropiate.
* Performs appropriate procedures, such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc.
* Assists the physician(s) with procedures, as well as administering medications and conducting patient educations when appropiate.
* Maintains stocked, neat and clean exam rooms and common work areas on a daily basis.

Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited program in practical nursing or medical assisting

Experience: Prefer one year experience in a medical office setting.

Certification/License: Cerified Medical Assistant certification required.

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