Certified Medical Assistant Gastroenterology
Ascension
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Description
- Coordinate seamless patient visits by preparing treatment environments and conducting initial screenings to ensure every individual feels welcomed and ready for care.
- Capture the patient’s story by accurately documenting vital signs and care journeys, providing the medical team with the high-quality data needed for precise clinical decisions.
- Facilitate essential treatments by transcribing and processing orders for labs and imaging, ensuring patients receive the follow-up services they need without delay.
- Support the clinical flow by managing front-of-house communications and maintaining medical supplies so the care team can remain focused on the patient.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Certified Medical Assistant obtained within 4 Months (120 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Approved credentialing bodies include, but may not be limited to: American Medical Technologists, National Healthcare Assoc, National Center for Competency Testing, National Assoc for Health Professionals and American Assoc of Medical Assistants.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Work Experience:
- 1+ years of Medical Assistant experience
Additional Preferences
- Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
- Medical Assistant certification prior to application.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's gastroenterology team in Nashville is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to manage the clinical and administrative backbone of patient care. You'll prepare treatment spaces, conduct vital sign screenings, document patient information, process lab and imaging orders, and handle front-desk communications—essentially orchestrating the workflow that allows gastroenterologists and nurses to focus on clinical care. The role demands accuracy in documentation and attention to detail, since the data you capture directly informs clinical decisions.
You'll need at least one year of medical assistant experience and must obtain your BLS certification within 30 days of hire and your CMA certification within 120 days. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, in an in-office setting. Ascension is a large nonprofit Catholic health system, and this role sits within a structured healthcare environment where your contributions to patient flow and experience are central to operations.
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