Clinical Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Team Support

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb Regional Medical Center in Fort Payne, AL seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support the clinical team in patient assessments, room preparation, medication administration, and injections. The role includes patient education and handling incoming calls related to medical questions.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and CMA certification. Prior clinic experience and EMR familiarity (Athena preferred) are advantageous in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Ability to handle a multi-task environment and prioritize effectively.
• Experience with EMR systems (Athena preferred).
• Strong customer service orientation and accurate data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Initiate patient care assessments and gather vital signs.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for procedures; draw meds and give injections.
• Answer and route patient questions by phone and provide education as needed.
• Support providers, patients and family with clinical questions and coordination.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Typing/computer skills

Teamwork

EMR experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Athena EMR

GPMS EMR

Job description

DeKalb Regional Medical Center in Fort Payne, AL seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support the clinical team in patient assessments, room preparation, medication administration, and injections. The role includes patient education and handling incoming calls related to medical questions.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and CMA certification. Prior clinic experience and EMR familiarity (Athena preferred) are advantageous in this fast-paced environment.