Patient Care Medical Assistant & Clinic Support

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

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. The role involves assisting with procedures, preparing exam rooms, handling patient intake, and maintaining documentation with attention to confidentiality and accuracy.

The position also covers administrative tasks like scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and patient communications, while ensuring a courteous and efficient patient experience.

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 procedures and vital signs.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms before visits and procedures.
• Manage patient intake, report test results, and document information as directed.
• Review and maintain daily logs and documentation.
• Support administrative duties: pre-register patients, schedule appointments, coordinate referrals, verify insurance, and manage clinic communications.
• Maintain organized workload and provide courteous service to patients and staff.
• Monitor supplies and equipment to ensure inventory and functionality.
• Educate patients on medications, diets, and health topics; address questions.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Patient care techniques

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Infection control

Microsoft Office

Education

Medical Assistant program from an accredited school

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. The role involves assisting with procedures, preparing exam rooms, handling patient intake, and maintaining documentation with attention to confidentiality and accuracy.

The position also covers administrative tasks like scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and patient communications, while ensuring a courteous and efficient patient experience.