Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Orthopedic Spine

Lifepoint Health•Winchester, TN

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Orthopedic Spine supports providers and delivers quality patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment. The role uses compassion, organization, and clinical skills to help ensure patients receive exceptional care and a positive healthcare experience. The CMA assists with examinations, treatments, and procedures; gathers and documents patient information; prepares rooms and equipment; administers medications and immunizations as directed; handles specimens and approved point-of-care testing; coordinates appointments, referrals, and follow-up; maintains electronic medical records; and educates patients. The position also supports patient flow, cleanliness, infection prevention, confidentiality, regulatory compliance, ongoing education, competency validation, and quality improvement. This is a days, full-time position scheduled for three 12-hour shifts per week, with no weekends. Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas is part of Lifepoint Health. The Winchester facility is a 157-bed hospital with acute-care and skilled-nursing beds and a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services. The organization also operates a 41-bed hospital in Sewanee.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) required or to be obtained within employer guidelines.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
Strong communication, organizational, and patient service skills.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
Previous medical assistant experience preferred.
Experience in a physician practice, outpatient clinic, urgent care, or healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist providers with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Obtain and document patient vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints.
Prepare examination and treatment rooms and ensure adequate supplies and equipment.
Administer medications, injections, and immunizations as directed by providers and within scope of practice.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and perform approved point-of-care testing.
Schedule appointments, coordinate referrals, and assist with patient follow-up.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR).
Educate patients regarding medications, treatment plans, and provider instructions.
Support patient flow and clinic efficiency while delivering excellent customer service.
Keep exam rooms and clinical areas clean, organized, and compliant with infection prevention standards.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to hospital, clinic, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in ongoing education, competency validation, and quality improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.