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Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first

The Medical Assistant is the first point of contact for patient care. Responsible for administrative duties in addition to patient care. The Medical Assistant performs varied activities and moderately complex administrative/operational/customer support assignments. Performs computations. Typically works on semi-routine assignments.

The Medical Assistant is the first point of contact for patient care. Responsible for administrative duties in addition to patient care. The Medical Assistant performs varied activities and moderately complex administrative / operational / customer support assignments. Performs computations. Responsible for decisions focusing on interpretation of area/department policy and methods for completing assignments. CenterWell Medical Assistants work within defined parameters to identify work expectations and quality standards, but has some latitude over prioritization/timing, while working under minimal direction. Medical Assistants follow standard policies/practices that allow for some opportunity for interpretation/deviation and/or independent discretion.

This position is based out of our center in Lebanon, TN however from time to time the Medical Assistant 2 may be required to support another Middle Tennessee center (mileage is reimbursable).

CenterWell is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced – Medical Assistant – who is interested in growing with the company and being a part of something great!

Location: CenterWell Senior Primary Care office located at: 1436 West Main Steet, Lebanon, TN 37087

Medical Assistant Role Overview:

• Prepare patients for examinations, including taking vitals

• Recording & updating patient medical histories in electronic medical records software

• Performing in-clinic routine tests, screening and point of care testing such as Blood Draws, EKGs, Orthostatic Blood Pressures, Strep, COVID and Flu Nasal and Oral Tests

• Scheduling and assisting with external routine screening and diagnostic tests such as mammograms, colorectal screenings, echocardiograms, and bone density screenings.

• Preparing and administering medications, including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider

• Counseling patients on medication and special diets

• Wound care and changing dressings

• Sterilizing and cleaning equipment and ensuring maintenance of examination rooms

• Collaborates closely with physicians and nurses to ensure top level patient care

• Highly accurate in collecting phlebotomy samples from senior-aged patients

Use your skills to make an impact

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications:

• Must have 2+ years of Medical Assistant experience in 'back-office' direct patient care
• Medical Assistant diploma or certificate of completion from a Medical Assisting program
• Current CPR certification
• Phlebotomy experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• An active Certified Medical Assistant/CMA or Registered Medical Assistant/RMA certification from one of the following organizations: AAMA, AMT, ARMA, MedCa, NAHP, NAHT, NCCT, NHA or AAH
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience with HEDIS and ICD/CPT coding
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records
• Experience in a fast paced/high volume environment

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 to 5:00

This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana’s Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.

Alert:

Humana values personal identify protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from Humana@myworkday.com with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana’s secure website.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$34,500 - $47,400 per year

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About Us

About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient’s well-being.

About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation’s largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first – for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Apprenticeship, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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