Medical Assistant - UT Primary Care Alcoa

University Physicians' Association, Inc.•Alcoa, TN

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About The Position

University Physicians' Association is seeking qualified applicants for full-time Medical Assistant (MA) position at UT Primary Care Alcoa. Candidates must be detail-oriented and able to work under deadlines in a very fast-paced office. Applicants must be familiar with giving instructions, writing orders, and making the patients their top priority. This position will work closely with physicians to provide a seamless patient experience. Job duties include but are not limited to, assisting physicians with patient care, scheduling, return patient messages, file prior authorizations, obtaining pre-certs for MRIs and CTs, communicating test results, phlebotomy, and various other tasks. This position also requires the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with physicians, patients and their families while conveying a positive image of the practice. Full benefit package available, including PTO, Sick Leave, 401k with company match and immediate vesting), Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and more!

Requirements

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, time management, and organization are critical to the overall success of the candidate.
Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse Certification
Prior medical experience is required

Responsibilities

assisting physicians with patient care
scheduling
return patient messages
file prior authorizations
obtaining pre-certs for MRIs and CTs
communicating test results
phlebotomy
establish and maintain professional relationships with physicians, patients and their families while conveying a positive image of the practice