Medical Assistant

BIRMINGHAM PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES INC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham Pediatric Associates Inc. in Birmingham, AL is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to perform clinical and administrative tasks to keep the practice running smoothly.

The successful candidate will triage patients, record vital signs, prepare rooms, assist front desk duties, manage inventory, and support a team-driven environment. Prior pediatric experience and EMR proficiency are preferred; excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Pediatric experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and customer service.
• Experience in using electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients according to clinic protocols.
• Record vital signs and patient weights.
• Prepare examination rooms before appointments.
• Assist front desk duties when needed (phones, greeting).
• Maintain medical inventory and place orders.
• Schedule shifts: Mon–Fri with a half-day off; one weekend per month.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

EMR experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

We are looking for afull-time Medical Assistantto perform various office and clinical dutiesto keep our healthcare practice running efficiently. Our Medical Assistantswill work directly with healthcare practice staff to maintain patient records.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Triage patients efficiently as per clinic standardoperating protocols.
• Record patient information such as vital signs and weight.
• Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patientappointments.
• Help in the front office as needed, taking care oftasks such as answering phone calls and greeting patients as they enterthe facility.
• Assist in maintaining themedical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, with one half-day off.
• Must work one weekend a month.

Requirements forInterview:

• Great attitude
• Pediatric experience is a plus
• High level of professionalism
• Strong customer service skills
• Experience in using electronic medical records
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be willing to work in a team setting

RequiredSkills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail, effective organizational skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education/Experience:

• Requires a high school diploma or Equivalent

Physical/MentalDemands:

• Requires the ability to lift or carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds

Prior medical office experience is preferred but not required.