Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Clinic Support

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401(k) with company match

Career development

Licensure reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. You will assist with non-invasive procedures, prep exam rooms, handle patient intake, and help with administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily workflows.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent service to patients and staff. You will maintain exam rooms, coordinate referrals, verify insurance, and participate in ongoing training and licensure reimbursement

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

• Assist providers with non-invasive medical procedures and vital signs.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms before patient visits and procedures.
• Handle patient intake duties, report test results, triage calls, and document medical information.
• Review and maintain daily logs and documentation.
• Support administrative duties: pre-register patients, schedule appointments, coordinate referrals, verify insurance, and manage clinic communications.
• Maintain an organized workload with courteous, efficient service to providers and patients.
• Monitor and requisition supplies and equipment to ensure inventory and functionality.
• Educate patients on medications, diets, and health topics; address questions to ensure understanding.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain regular attendance, in compliance with policies.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. You will assist with non-invasive procedures, prep exam rooms, handle patient intake, and help with administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily workflows.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent service to patients and staff. You will maintain exam rooms, coordinate referrals, verify insurance, and participate in ongoing training and licensure reimbursement