Medical Assistant Sr, Cert

Brookwood Baptist Health; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)

Life Insurance

Educational Benefits including tuition

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Brookwood Baptist Health in Hoover, AL is seeking a Senior Certified Medical Assistant for the Primary role. This full-time, day-shift position supports physicians and patients, prepares for exams, documents vitals and histories, and handles MAR/EMR entries with accuracy in a team-based environment.

The ideal candidate has CMA certification or equivalent, 1–3 years MA experience, and current BLS; high school diploma required. Excellent benefits offered starting day one.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year MA experience.
• 1–3 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Active CMA or equivalent certification.
• Current BLS (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and providers during examinations and procedures.
• Prepare patients for exams and procedures.
• Collect and document patient histories, vitals, and clinical data.
• Enter medication, lab, and diagnostic orders into the EMR and maintain records.
• Coordinate scheduling for specialty testing and consultations.
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, and staff; adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Medical terminology

Clinical procedures

Ambulatory workflows

Team-based

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year MA experience

1–3 years MA experience preferred

Job description

Position Summary

Senior Certified Medical Assistant - Primary - Hoover

Location: 5295 Preserve Pkwy Hoover, AL 35244

Schedule: Full Time | Day Shify

Environment: Team‑oriented Moderate‑paced Internal growth encouraged

Experience Required: Minimum 1year Medical Assistant experience

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About Baptist Health Medical Group

Baptist Health Medical Group is a physician-led group established on a foundation of compassionate care and clinical excellence. Guided by this commitment to compassion and excellence, our teams of physicians, advanced practice professionals, nurses, clinicians and office staff work together to meet every patient’s total healthcare needs.

As part of Baptist Health’s extensive network of comprehensive healthcare services, Baptist Health Medical Group is committed to providing the community easy access to integrated care. Our expansive range of practices offer close-to-home locations and convenient appointment options.

Providing expert care in over 18 areas of focus — from primary care to specialty institutes — Baptist Health Medical Group includes more than 600 physicians and advanced practice professionals.

Baptist Health Offers Great NEW Competitive Pay and Great Benefits Package that Includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Car Insurance
• Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt

ALL BENEFITS START DAY ONE

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and providers during examinations and surgical procedures
• Prepare patients for exams and procedures
• Collect and document patient histories, vitals, and clinical data
• Administer routine treatments and approved medications per provider direction
• Enter medication, lab, and diagnostic orders into the electronic medical record
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with clinical policies
• Coordinate scheduling for specialty testing and consultations
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, and practice staff
• Adhere to infection control, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Support front office functions as needed (scheduling, patient flow, discharge)

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or at least 1 year of verifiable Medical Assistant experience
• 1–3 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Medical terminology
  • Clinical procedures and surgeries
  • Ambulatory or surgical practice workflows
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, fast-paced environment

Licensure & Certification

• Active Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent national MA certification (AAMA, NHA, AMT, NCCT, etc.)
• Current BLS (CPR) certification