University Physicians' Association

Practice support for physician groups

Medical Assistant

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeKnoxville, TN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

CPR/BLS certification is required.
Prior experience in surgical, thoracic, or specialty outpatient care is preferred.
Familiarity with Cerner is an advantage.
Strong clinical judgment, communication, and patient-service skills are required.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician in the Thoracic Surgery Clinic.
Obtain and record vital signs, patient history, medication lists, and surgical history.
Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures and surgeries, ensuring proper documentation and patient education.
Assist with minor surgical procedures and dressing changes in the clinic.
Monitor post-operative patients for signs of complications or changes in condition and report findings promptly.
Provide patient education related to surgical procedures, wound care, and follow-up instructions.
Schedule surgeries, diagnostic tests, and follow-up appointments.
Ensure exam rooms and equipment are cleaned and stocked.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
Coordinate care with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals.
Comply with safety protocols, infection control policies, and regulatory guidelines.

Desired Qualifications

Prior experience in surgical, thoracic, or specialty outpatient care is preferred.
Familiarity with Cerner is an advantage.

Description

Join Our Team at University Thoracic Surgeons!

The Medical Assistant (MA) in the Thoracic Surgery Clinic provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician. This role supports thoracic surgeons in caring for patients with chest and lung conditions, including pre-operative and post-operative care, follow-up appointments, and coordination of care.

Key Responsibilities:

Obtain and record vital signs, patient history, medication lists, and surgical history.
Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures and surgeries, ensuring proper documentation and patient education.
Assist with minor surgical procedures and dressing changes in the clinic.
Monitor post-op patients for signs of complications or changes in condition and report findings promptly.
Provide patient education related to surgical procedures, wound care, and follow-up instructions.
Schedule surgeries, diagnostic tests, and follow-up appointments.
Ensure exam rooms and equipment are cleaned and stocked.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Coordinate care with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals.
Comply with all safety protocols, infection control policies, and regulatory guidelines.

Why Work With Us?

We’re committed to creating a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match & Immediate Vesting
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance & Critical Illness Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick Leave & Bereavement Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Access to On-Site Fitness Center
...and more!

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

CPR/BLS certification required
Prior experience in surgical, thoracic, or specialty outpatient care preferred.
Familiarity with Cerner is an advantage.
Strong clinical judgment, communication, and patient-service skills.

About the Company

University Physicians' Association

Practice support for physician groups

University Physicians' Association provides administrative and practice-management support for physicians and clinical groups in Tennessee. Its services help medical practices manage billing, finance, human resources, operations and other non-clinical functions that support patient care. The organization works alongside affiliated physicians and health-system partners rather than replacing the clinicians delivering treatment. UPA’s role is healthcare administration and physician enterprise support, making it distinct from a university, hospital or independent insurance carrier. Service delivery depends on clinical, operational and administrative teams working across its care settings.

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