Medical Assistant - Dothan Surgical Services

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Career Site is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision. You will assist with procedures, maintain exam rooms, and help with patient intake to keep clinic operations smooth.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, scheduling, insurance verification support, and communicating with patients and staff. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred, with 0-1 years in a medical setting or externship required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists with non-invasive procedures, takes vital signs, and prepares patients for exams.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms; maintains clinical environment.
• Performs patient intake duties, documents information, and reports results.
• Supports scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and clinic communications.
• Maintains organized workload and ensures prompt, courteous service to patients and staff.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and health topics.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Infection control

Time management

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR systems

Scheduling software

Job description

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