Outpatient Medical Assistant, Internal Medicine

UAB group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Huntsville Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant to join a busy Internal Medicine Clinic. This on-site, day shift position supports a diverse patient population in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Under supervision, you will prepare patients for treatment, assist physicians, intake vitals into EMR, and perform clerical and lab duties. CPR/BLS certification is required or must be obtained within 30 days.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required depending on the unit.
• Outpatient care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for treatment.
• Assists physicians or other healthcare team members with treatment.
• Intake patients and records vitals in EMR.
• Performs clerical and basic lab duties (forms, ICD-10 codes updates, prior authorizations, refills).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Outpatient care

Medical terminology

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

BLS certification (AHA)

ACLS / PALS may be required

Tools

EMR software

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Huntsville Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant to join a busy Internal Medicine Clinic. This on-site, day shift position supports a diverse patient population in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Under supervision, you will prepare patients for treatment, assist physicians, intake vitals into EMR, and perform clerical and lab duties. CPR/BLS certification is required or must be obtained within 30 days.