Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Lifepoint Health

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Lawrenceburg, Tennessee

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide basic patient care and monitor vital signs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assist patients with daily living activities and maintain a clean, safe care environment while documenting all activities.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and are a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). You are proficient in providing basic patient care, monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and maintaining a safe patient environment. You also possess a required AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Certified Medical Assistant

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)

Handle with Care certification

Job Description

Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems-Lawrenceburg 

Certified Medical Assistant

Job Type: Full-Time | Days 

Schedule: 5 x 8, Days, 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. 

How you'll contribute

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:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.
  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

  • Education
    High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Licensure
    National Certified Medical Assistant.
  • 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. Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health

Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas is a system of hospitals located across Middle Tennessee with a vision of transforming healthcare by improving health outcomes, enhancing the patient experience, and improving access and convenience. Visit one of our critical access hospitals in your community offering an extensive range of in-patient, outpatient and emergency services for adults and children. Highpoint Health – Sumner 555 Hartsville Pike Gallatin, TN 37066 Highpoint Health – Riverview 158 Hospital Dr. Carthage, TN 37030 Highpoint Health – Trousdale 500 Church Street Hartsville, TN 37074
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