Certified Medical Assistant Family Medicine
Lifepoint Health® · Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, United States
Southern TN Regional Health System-Lawrenceburg
Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant
Job Type: Full Time Days
Schedule: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM | No Weekends
Your experience matters
Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems-Lawrenceburg is a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Medical Assistant joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Join a collaboration, professional growth, and compassionate patient care are at the heart of everything we do. Our unit fosters a supportive and engaging environment where nurses are empowered through strong leadership, ongoing education, competency development, and opportunities for career advancement. We take pride in our commitment to quality outcomes, exceptional patient experiences, and continuous improvement while actively supporting community outreach and initiatives that strengthen the future of nursing. If you are looking for a team that values your contributions, encourages your growth, and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, we invite you to grow with us!
A Certified Medical Assistant who excels in this role:
- 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.
Why Join Us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and employee discount programs.
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities within Lifepoint Health.
What We're Looking For
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Licensure
- National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant required.
Certifications
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- Handle with Care certification preferred..
More About Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Lawrenceburg is a 99-bed acute care facility providing inpatient and outpatient services to Lawrence County and surrounding communities. The hospital offers a wide range of healthcare services supported by a qualified and diverse medical staff, including emergency services, cardiology, inpatient rehabilitation, surgical services, diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, ultrasound, mammography), and intensive care services.
EEOC Statement
“Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems-Lawrenceburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems-Lawrenceburg is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."