Medical Assistant, Certified - Family Care

Baptist Health; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform patient care in an ambulatory setting. The role involves supporting physicians, documenting patient interactions, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant training, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant training or 1 year relevant experience.
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician or APP during examinations and procedures.
• Documents patient data and treatments according to policies.
• Participates in quality initiatives and process improvement.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant training

Job description

Position Summary

Performs patient care under the direction of the physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in an ambulatory setting.

Work Location:

Baptist Health

Family Practice

2705 Pelham Pkwy Suite 100

Pelham, AL 35124

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Accountable to the Assistant Nurse Manager, Nursing Operations Manager, or Practice Manager for operational issues.
2. Participates in quality initiatives, goal attainment, and clinical outcome process improvement activities.
3. Supports effective and professional communication with patients and family members.
4. Collaborates with administrative and operations staff.
5. Gathers patient data through interview and observation.
6. Assists patients and families with preparation for examination.
7. Assists the physician or APP during examinations and procedures.
8. Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by the practice.
9. Provides routine treatments and administers approved medications.
10. Documents patient data, treatments, procedures, and education according to policies.
11. Acts as a liaison for scheduling and coordinating specialty testing and consultations.
12. Processes incoming and outgoing calls professionally using sound clinical judgment.
13. Enters medication, laboratory, and diagnostic imaging orders into the electronic medical system under provider direction.
14. Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards ensuring compliance and safety.
15. Maintains regular, punctual attendance and complies with all policies and standards.

Other Related Functions

1. Provides age-appropriate care and assesses data accordingly.
2. Demonstrates awareness of legal, patient rights, and compliance issues.
3. Uses supplies efficiently.
4. Assists with reception, scheduling, and discharge as needed.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of Medical Assistant training from an approved technical school or at least one year of relevant work experience as a Medical Assistant.

Licensure/Certification

• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification.
• Current certification or registration from one of the recognized agencies (list provided).