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Medical Assistant (MA)

3/28/2026

The role involves ensuring smooth patient flow, taking vitals, updating medical records in the EMR, documenting communications, and assisting with e-prescriptions. Responsibilities also include maintaining exam rooms, sterilizing equipment, and supporting physicians during in-office procedures.

Salary

18 - 23 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Knoxville, Tennessee University Physicians' Association, Inc. (UPA) is a physician-owned company created to serve business and physician practice management needs, offering solutions for over 28 years. UPA's expertise and versatility enable our partners to focus on care delivery. UPA employs over 1,000 clinical and non-clinical team members that drive collaboration toward healthy balanced growth.

About the Role

Description

Start Your Career Where Compassion Meets Excellence!
Are you passionate about patient care and ready to grow in a supportive, team-oriented environment? University Physicians’ Association is hiring Medical Assistants (MA) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join our Primary Care and Specialty Practice teams at UT Medical Center.

This is your opportunity to make a real impact while working for an organization that values learning, collaboration, and career development.

Location: Knoxville, TN • Within the UT Medical Center

Employer: University Physicians’ Association
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday 7:30AM-5:00PM

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday schedule, no nights or weekends!

Comprehensive Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Bereavement Leave
- Disability, Life & Critical Illness Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Employer Contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-site Fitness Center
Opportunities for Growth: Expand your skills and advance your career in a variety of specialties.

Available Opportunities:

Join our Primary Care teams or explore Specialty Practices such as:
Cardiology • Dermatology • Neurology • Oncology • Pulmonology • Radiology • Rheumatology • Surgical Practices • Women’s Health • and more!

What You’ll Do:

Ensure smooth patient flow through the clinic.
Take vitals, review medical history, and update records in EMR.
Document patient communications and assist with e-prescriptions.
Serve as a key point of contact between patients and providers.
Maintain exam rooms and sterilize equipment per OSHA standards.
Assist with scheduling appointments, surgeries, and referrals.
Follow up on test results, medication authorizations, and post-op care.
Support physicians during in-office procedures.
Participate in team meetings and ongoing training.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

Excellent multitasking, time management, and communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational ability.
At least 6 months of experience in a medical office setting (preferred).
CMA Certification required.

Ready to make a difference in patient care? Apply today and join a team that values your expertise and dedication!

Key Skills

Patient CareTaking VitalsMedical History ReviewEMR DocumentationPatient CommunicationE-prescriptionsSterilizationScheduling AppointmentsReferralsPost-op CareIn-office Procedure SupportMultitaskingTime ManagementOrganizational Ability