Patient Care Specialist & Medical Assistant

Jackson Hospital; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, AL seeks a Patient Care Coordinator - Medical Assistant to perform routine nursing functions and diagnostic procedures. You will escort patients, collect vital signs, draw blood, and assist with injections and minor procedures while maintaining EMR documentation.

The role requires MA certification and experience in a physician’s office, with proficiency in EKGs, X-ray, CPT/ICD coding, and front-office duties. Strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Experience in a physician's office.
• Proficiency with EMR and practice management software.
• Ability to perform CPT and ICD coding.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong telephone etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine medical assisting duties and diagnostic procedures.
• Escort patients to exam rooms to collect vital signs and prepare for examinations.
• Draw blood, perform EKGs and X-rays as ordered by the physician.
• Administer injections and assist with minor procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record and support front office duties.

Skills

Venipuncture

EKG

X-ray

CPT/ICD Coding

Multiline telephone handling

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software

Practice management software

Billing and coding references

Credit card equipment and calculator

Job description

Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, AL seeks a Patient Care Coordinator - Medical Assistant to perform routine nursing functions and diagnostic procedures. You will escort patients, collect vital signs, draw blood, and assist with injections and minor procedures while maintaining EMR documentation.

The role requires MA certification and experience in a physician’s office, with proficiency in EKGs, X-ray, CPT/ICD coding, and front-office duties. Strong communication is essential.