Join knownwell as a Medical Assistant to deliver patient-centered care in a dynamic, growing team focused on obesity management.
Posted by employer 2 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 19 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 19 hours ago
What you'll build
- Greet patients and verify details
- Take vitals and assist with clinical procedures
- Support clinic flow
- Update patient records and coordinate care
- Provide virtual care support
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Medical Assistant certification strongly preferred
- 1-2 years of healthcare experience
- Familiarity with EMR systems
Nice to have
- Experience in primary care or weight management
- Experience with athenahealth
- Excellent communication skills
Practical constraints
- Availability for rotating weekday shifts
- Scheduled Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM
Requirements
- Experience
- 1–2 years
- Education
- High school
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, seniority, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In the role of Medical Assistant at knownwell, the individual will support patient-centered care by assisting with clinical procedures, managing clinic flow, and maintaining accurate patient records. Key skills include familiarity with electronic medical records, particularly athenahealth, and a background in healthcare, ideally with experience in primary or metabolic care. This position is suited for someone with 1-2 years of relevant experience who values high-quality patient interactions. The company is rapidly expanding its innovative approach to obesity care, blending in-clinic and virtual support.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze September 27, 2026. Last confirmed on knownwell's careers page September 27, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at knownwell: Schaumburg, IL.
Quick facts
- Is the Medical Assistant role remote?
- It's hybrid — knownwell expects some on-site time in Atlanta, GA, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- 1–2 years of relevant experience for this Medical Assistant role.
- Where is the role based?
- knownwell is hiring for this position in Atlanta, GA, United States.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Medical Assistant role at knownwell.
From the original posting
As a Medical Assistant at knownwell, you will play a key role in delivering patient-centered care and supporting our clinical team. You’ll be responsible for assisting with procedures, managing clinic flow, and ensuring patient records are up to date, all while ensuring our patient experience is welcoming and high-quality. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative, growing team and meaningfully contribute to the longitudinal care journey of our obesity management and primary care patients.
Schedule: This role requires availability for a rotating weekday shift based on business needs, scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM local time.
EMR: athenahealth
Location: Sandy Springs, GA
Responsibilities:
Patient reception: Greet patients and other visitors in a professional and welcoming manner, verify patient details, and collect patient payments.
Clinical tasks: Take vitals, gather patient histories, and assist with clinical procedures (e.g., EKGs, body composition scans, and phlebotomy).
Clinic flow: Support smooth transitions between check-in, exam rooms, and check-out.
Patient follow-up and care coordination: Update patient records, support external order submission, coordinate with external facilities, and review test results with clinicians.
Patient communication: Triage and respond to inbox messages to ensure patients receive appropriate support between visits. Support patient scheduling, outreach, and other engagement efforts as needed.
Exam room maintenance: Ensure supplies are stocked and rooms are ready for patient care.
Virtual care support: Provide support for clinicians on virtual patient care days as part of our hybrid care model as needed.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent; Medical Assistant certification strongly preferred.
1-2 years of healthcare experience; experience in primary care, specialty care, metabolic health, or weight management preferred.
Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems; experience with athenahealth preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; works effectively and collaboratively with patients, clinicians, and teammates.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for high-quality, evidence-based patient care and outstanding patient experience.
Pay & Perks:
🏢 On-site Opportunity
🩺 Medical, dental, and vision insurance
📈 401K retirement plan with company match
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