Certified Medical Assistant
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. 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. 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
JOB TYPE: Full-Time
Position Summary
The Certified Medical Assistant performs appointment scheduling and registration for patients and updates demographic information. Performs a variety of patient care activities to assist physicians. Prepares the examination room for the patient to take patient vital signs and records vitals in the medical chart. This position also maintains patients’ medical charts and receives co-payments for the visit. University Clinical Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Key Results Areas (KRAs)
- Patient assessment
- Clinical procedures
- Physician order execution
- Patient satisfaction
- Clinic resource availability
- Regulatory compliance
- Phone triage
- HIPPA Compliance
- Organizational Skills
Core Competencies
- Keyboarding skills and aptitude for learning patient database program
- Knowledge of OSHA requirements
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Committed to supporting UCH’s standard of medical excellence
Requirements
Education & Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent Required
- Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited teaching establishment Required
- 1 to 2 years of related work experience is Preferred
From University Clinical Health's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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University Clinical Health hires advanced practice providers, nurses and medical assistants in Memphis, Tennessee.
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