Medical Assistant I: Frontline Patient Care & Admin Support

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians, manage patient flow, and maintain clean, stocked exam rooms in Mobile, AL. The role includes scheduling, preauthorization work, and pre-procedure screenings.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, basic healthcare training, BLS, and CMA credentials preferred. Excellent communication and organization are essential for patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Completion of a Medical Assistant or related healthcare training program Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association Upon Hire Required
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Upon Hire Preferred
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inventory of medical supplies and equipment.
• Ensures patient confidentiality.
• Signs/initials documentation.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
• Basic coding and filling of insurance forms and conducting preauthorization work and obtaining appropriate certifications.
• Scans all pertinent information into the electronic health record system.
• Medical Assistant will assist physician with any procedures.
• Prepares all pre screening for procedures and surgical consults.
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards.
• Communicates with patients on behalf of providers.
• Maintains exam rooms are fully stocked by supporitng inventofy of supplies.
• Organizing, planning, and prioritizing work in conjunction with the provider, nursing staff, and Nurse Manager
• Medical Assistant will greet patients, assure patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently, escort patients to discharge counter.
• Medical Assistant will explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination.
• Perform patient call backs, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Assist registration staff and perform additional clerical duties as necessary.
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
• Related duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent communication

HIPAA knowledge

Time management

Patient service

Documentation accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant training preferred

BLS certification on hire

Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems

Job description

USA Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians, manage patient flow, and maintain clean, stocked exam rooms in Mobile, AL. The role includes scheduling, preauthorization work, and pre-procedure screenings.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, basic healthcare training, BLS, and CMA credentials preferred. Excellent communication and organization are essential for patient-centered care.