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Certified Medical Assistant-Plastics

CompanyUniversity Clinical Health
LocationMemphis
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 18, 2026
About The Company
University Clinical Health has more than 175 renowned physicians experienced in over 19 disciplines, from excellence in plastic surgery and ophthalmology to providing care to critically ill and premature infants at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital and the Sheldon B. Korones Newborn Center at Regional One Health. From nephrology care in hospitals and dialysis centers to the highest quality family practice, addiction medicine and dermatology at our own clinical practice offices, University Clinical Health physicians offer primary and specialty care across the Mid-South and beyond. Our physicians serve on the faculty at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, providing them with access to cutting-edge medical research and the latest medical treatments, and their patients with the best and most current care available. Many of our physicians have also been recognized nationally for their contributions to their respective fields by publications such as Best Doctors in America® and America’s Top Doctors®. All of our doctors are recognized experts in their fields and respected educators. If you have a medical need, a call to University Clinical Health can be your first step toward treatment.
About the Role

Description

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME


Who We Are:

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients


Position Summary:

Performs appointment scheduling and registration for patients as well as updating demographic information. Performs a variety of patient care activities to assist physicians. Prepares the examination room for the patient as well as taking patient vital signs and recording vitals in medical chart. This position also maintains patients’ medical charts and receives co-payments for the visit. Must be efficient with the ability to prioritize and multi-task. Excellent communication skills are essential for this position.


Key Results Areas (KRAs):

  • Patient assessment
  • Clinical procedures
  • Physician order execution
  • Patient satisfaction
  • Clinic resource availability
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Phone triage
  • Pre-certification & authorization
  • Patient registration process

Core Competencies 

  • Keyboarding skills and aptitude for learning patient database program
  • Knowledge of OSHA requirements
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Effective interpersonal and communications skills


Requirements

Education & Experience:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Certified Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited teaching establishment; 12 months to 2 years of related work experience is preferred
  • If not currently certified, must obtain certification within the first 90 days of employment.
Key Skills
Patient assessmentClinical proceduresVital signsMedical terminologyPatient registrationAppointment schedulingOSHA requirementsKeyboardingPhone triagePre-certificationAuthorizationMedical chartingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsMulti-tasking
Categories
HealthcareAdministrativeCustomer Service & Support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Certified Medical Assistant performs patient care activities including taking vital signs, preparing examination rooms, and assisting physicians. They also manage administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, patient registration, and maintaining medical charts.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
171
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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