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Medical Assistant

JourneyPure$16.50–$18/hrNorris, TNFull TimePosted 2mo ago

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This posting states $16.50–$18 an hour. Open medical assistant jobs in Tennessee post a median of $21.85 an hour, the middle half $21.47–$22.14, across 28 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Medical assistants employed in Tennessee earn a median of $19.02 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Medical Assistant

Our mission is to help people become healthy and stay healthy. Our high standards attract well-known behavioral health professionals from across the country. Their commitments to ethics and patient success are backed by the highest accreditation in the industry.

Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Medical Assistant to support clinical and medical operations within a fast-paced behavioral health setting. This role is ideal for someone passionate about patient care, medical support, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Benefits

  • 401(k) (After 90 days of continuous employment)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance (Offered after 60 days of employment)
  • Competitive Compensation

Responsibilities

  • Assist with client intake, vitals, and medical history documentation
  • Support physicians and nursing staff with clinical procedures
  • Prepare and maintain exam rooms and medical equipment
  • Administer medications as directed and within scope of practice
  • Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR/EHR)
  • Coordinate lab work and specimen collection as needed
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA and healthcare regulations
  • Provide excellent patient care and support throughout treatment
  • Assist with scheduling and coordination of medical appointments
  • Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred
  • Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or clinical setting preferred
  • Knowledge of EMR/EHR systems and medical terminology
  • Strong organizational and patient care skills
  • Positions Supervised: None

JourneyPure is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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JourneyPure hires mental health staff, nurses and advanced practice providers in Tennessee and Florida.

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