Certified Medical Assistant (Ankle & Foot Clinic)

Lifepoint Health • Pulaski, TN

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Pulaski is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their Ankle and Foot Clinic. This role is crucial in providing basic patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), monitoring vital signs, assisting patients with daily living activities, and maintaining a clean and safe care environment. The position also involves supporting nursing and physician staff, managing tech desk operations, documenting patient care, and participating in educational activities. The health system is committed to prioritizing employee well-being to enable exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Medical Assistant required from a nationally recognized organization (AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, or equivalent).
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a physician office, clinic, or hospital setting preferred.
• Handle with Care certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Monitors and records vital signs, intake and output, and reports changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, and ambulation.
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings.
• Maintains patient rooms and common areas to ensure a clean, safe, and organized care environment.
• Supports nursing and physician staff with patient care activities and unit workflow.
• Manages tech desk operations and assists with maintaining efficient department throughput.
• Documents patient care and activities in accordance with hospital and unit standards.
• Participates in required education, competency validation, and performance improvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED