Certified Medical Assistant — Career Growth & PSLF Path

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Generous PTO

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our outpatient care teams. You will work under supervision to prepare patients for examinations and support physicians, nurses, and researchers in clinical and clerical tasks.

The CMA will handle patient records, basic lab tasks, and patient history collection, contributing to a high-quality patient experience in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the AAMA or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the NHA required.
• If certified by another agency, AAMA or NHA certification must be obtained within six months of employment.
• Current CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams and assist clinicians with procedures.
• Perform basic clinical nursing support tasks including simple lab tests.
• Maintain patient records and assist with clerical duties.
• Respond to the needs of patients from newborn to geriatric.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassion

Adaptable in emergencies

Education

CMA Certification (AAMA)

CCMA Certification (NHA)

CPR Certification

Job description

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our outpatient care teams. You will work under supervision to prepare patients for examinations and support physicians, nurses, and researchers in clinical and clerical tasks.

The CMA will handle patient records, basic lab tasks, and patient history collection, contributing to a high-quality patient experience in a fast-paced setting.