Westcancercenter
Medical Assistant - Full Time - Wolf River
Germantown, TN. Posted 17 days ago
The role
The Medical Assistant supports patient care within a clinic or medical office setting under the direction of a provider. This role involves preparing exam rooms, assisting with clinical procedures, and providing compassionate care to patients.
What you will do
- Fulfill patient care responsibilities as directed by physicians or other clinicians
- Prepare and maintain clean, organized exam rooms, instruments, and equipment
- Assist with clinical procedures and medical documentation as needed
- Support patient flow and maintain effective communication with patients and providers
- Greet patients warmly and maintain a professional and compassionate demeanor
- Respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations
- Follow all clinic safety, infection control, and operational procedures
Required qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least six (6) months of experience working in a medical facility as a Medical Assistant or similar healthcare role
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain smooth clinic workflow
- Proficiency with basic computer use
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a care team
- Completion of required training programs within designated time frames
- Competence in motivational interviewing and teach-back techniques (or willingness to learn)
- Calm and effective response during patient emergencies
Nice to have
- Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program
- Completion of an accredited medical assisting program in lieu of the six-month experience requirement
- EMR experience preferred
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
About the company
West Cancer Center is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while advancing groundbreaking research. The team fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.