Colorectal Medical Assistant - Impactful Patient Care (FT)

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Certification reimbursement

Student loan support

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Birmingham, AL seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision of a medical provider. You will assist with procedures, maintain exam rooms, and help ensure efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent service to patients and staff.

The role emphasizes strong interpersonal skills, accurate documentation, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Community Health Systems in Birmingham, AL seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision of a medical provider. You will assist with procedures, maintain exam rooms, and help ensure efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent service to patients and staff.

The role emphasizes strong interpersonal skills, accurate documentation, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.