GI Medical Assistant: Patient-Centered Care & Procedures

MEDICAL WEST HOSPITAL AUTHORITY; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical West Hospital Authority in Bessemer, AL seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for the GI Clinic. The CMA supports physicians and staff by preparing patients, assisting with GI procedures, and maintaining accurate patient records, emphasizing confidentiality and comfort.

Responsibilities include patient prep, instrument handling during endoscopic procedures, scheduling, and HIPAA-compliant documentation, while promoting GI health education and coordination across care teams.

Qualifications

• Current CMA certification from an accredited organization (NHA, AMT, NCCT, etc.).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred familiarity with GI clinics or endoscopy settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for GI examinations and procedures, taking vital signs and recording histories.
• Assist physicians during endoscopic and GI procedures and document procedural details.
• Manage patient scheduling and maintain HIPAA-compliant records.
• Perform routine clinical tasks such as specimen collection and medication administration.
• Coordinate with care teams and provide GI health education to patients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patient education

Organizational skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

CMA certification (NHA/AMT/NCCT)

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR proficiency

Office software

Job description

Medical West Hospital Authority in Bessemer, AL seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for the GI Clinic. The CMA supports physicians and staff by preparing patients, assisting with GI procedures, and maintaining accurate patient records, emphasizing confidentiality and comfort.

Responsibilities include patient prep, instrument handling during endoscopic procedures, scheduling, and HIPAA-compliant documentation, while promoting GI health education and coordination across care teams.