Medical Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgeons

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Career development

Licensure reimbursement

Student loan support

Pet insurance

Job summary

The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. This role helps with procedures, maintains exam rooms, assists with patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent service to patients and staff.

Key duties include taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, documenting information, scheduling and pre-registering patients, verifying insurance, and coordinating

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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Time management

Confidentiality

Infection control

Interpersonal skills

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways
• Licensure and certification reimbursement
• Student loan support for eligible roles
• Employee rewards and recognition programs
• Collaborative, purpose-driven culture
• Additional voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. This role assists with medical procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while providing excellent service to patients and staff.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Basic proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office and medical record systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide exceptional service to patients and staff.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Effective time management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Critical thinking abilities to analyze situations and develop appropriate solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required.

Additional Information

No weekends, no holidays, no call shifts.

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8am - 4:30pm.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.