Cardiothoracic Surgery Medical Assistant

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Birmingham, AL seeks a Medical Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgeons to support patient care under supervision. The role assists with procedures, maintains exam rooms, manages patient intake, and helps keep clinic operations efficient and welcoming.

The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant program completion (or be a recent graduate) and 0–1 years of experience in a medical practice, with strong communication, basic computer skills, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or externship required

Responsibilities

• Assists with non-invasive medical procedures and takes vital signs.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits.
• Performs patient intake duties, reports test results, and triages calls.
• Maintains daily logs, documentation, and scheduling workflows.
• Verifies insurance eligibility and coordinates referrals.
• Educates patients on medications and health topics.
• Maintains attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Infection control

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Medical records systems

Job description

Community Health Systems in Birmingham, AL seeks a Medical Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgeons to support patient care under supervision. The role assists with procedures, maintains exam rooms, manages patient intake, and helps keep clinic operations efficient and welcoming.

The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant program completion (or be a recent graduate) and 0–1 years of experience in a medical practice, with strong communication, basic computer skills, and a commitment to