Medical Assistant: Patient Care Pro with Growth & Benefits

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Licensure/certification reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Birmingham, AL is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. The role involves assisting with procedures, preparing exam rooms, and coordinating appointments while delivering excellent service to patients and staff.

The position requires completion of a Medical Assistant program (or externship) and BCLS certification, with 0–1 years of experience in a medical setting preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program preferred; externship accepted.
• BCLS certification required (AHA/ARC/ASHI).

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with non-invasive procedures and vital signs.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms before visits and procedures.
• Handle patient intake, triage, and document medical information.
• Maintain daily logs and clinical documentation.
• Pre-register patients, schedule appointments, coordinate referrals, verify insurance.
• Support communications and inventory management to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Educate patients on medications and health topics.
• Maintain attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Time management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Medical record systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work

Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage

Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits

Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match

Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways

We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement

Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles

Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs

A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day

Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact

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
• Endocrinology / Diabetes experience a plus

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

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 165917
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/29/2026, 05:26 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 101 Missionary Rdg, Birmingham, AL, 35242, US