Part-Time Medical Assistant - UT Medical Center Practices
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University Physicians' Association
Knoxville, TN, US
Summary
Manage efficient patient flow by obtaining vitals, documenting visits in the EMR, and coordinating prescriptions and referrals. Maintain a safe clinic environment following OSHA standards and assist physicians with in-office procedures.
Job Description
Description
If you are looking for a career that offers a great culture to grow and learn while using your passion for patient care, we want you on our team! In addition, we are committed to being a great place to work for all team members.
We also offer a great comprehensive benefit package for all employees who average 20+ hours per week that includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Short-term and Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Critical Illness
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account with Employer contribution
- PTO, Sick leave, Bereavement leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Centers
Job Responsibilities:
- Maintain efficient patient flow of clinic
- Check in patients obtaining accurate vitals, reviewing medical histories, and medications
- Accurately document appropriate patient visit information in EMR
- Accurately document any patient communication in EMR
- Accurately E-prescribe prescriptions as directed under direct supervision of physician
- Communicate effectively with patients and act as liaison between patients and physician
- Maintain exam rooms with appropriate supplies
- Answer patient phone calls and questions per physician protocol
- Assist with scheduling outside tests and referrals as requested per physician
- Assist with scheduling surgeries and obtaining authorization as required
- Follow-up with patients on test results and after surgeries
- Complete FMLA forms as directed by physician
- Obtain authorization for medications not listed as formulary
- Maintain clean and safe environment in clinic area and examination rooms utilizing basic standards and procedures as set forth by OSHA
- Maintain and sterilize equipment following OSHA protocols
- Respect and maintain dignity of all patients
- Inventory clinic supplies on a regular basis maintaining adequate supply for efficient patient flow
- Assist physician with in-office procedures and other patient related activities as requested
- Participate in staff meetings and educational activities as required
- Other duties as requested by Office Supervisor
Requirements
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong communication skills
- Time management and organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Two years medical office experience
Knoxville, Tennessee
University Physicians' Association, Inc. (UPA) is a physician-owned company created to serve business and physician practice management needs, offering solutions for over 28 years. UPA's expertise and versatility enable our partners to focus on care delivery. UPA employs over 1,000 clinical and non-clinical team members that drive collaboration toward healthy balanced growth.
Founded
1995
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Knoxville, Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee
University Physicians' Association, Inc. (UPA) is a physician-owned company created to serve business and physician practice management needs, offering solutions for over 28 years. UPA's expertise and versatility enable our partners to focus on care delivery. UPA employs over 1,000 clinical and non-clinical team members that drive collaboration toward healthy balanced growth.
Founded
1995
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Knoxville, Tennessee