Huntsville Hospital Health System·Fort Payne, Alabama
The medical assistant is responsible for assisting physicians with patient treatments, physical examinations, and direct patient care. They also manage clerical tasks such as scheduling appointments, collecting payments, and preparing laboratory specimens.
Overview Responsible for assisting the physician in patient treatment issues, providing direct patient care, and maintaining proper standards of care.
Performs patient check out procedures, schedules follow up and/or referral visits and collects deductibles and co-pays.
Assists physicians and resident physicians when completing physical examinations.
Obtains laboratory specimens and prepares them for transport.
Provides clerical support and maintains systematic initiation and follow up of scheduled events.
Observes professional ethics in maintaining confidential information acquired concerning the personal, financial, medical or employment of patients of the clinic. Must follow and enforce accepted Safety practices for patients and Hospital. Must report safety hazards and initiate appropriate action. Must participate in safety instructional programs. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the essential functions of this position as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Six months to one year of physician office experience and a Certified Medical Assistant credential are preferred.
Market context
Physician openings in Alabama are often tied to steady demand in clinics, hospitals, and specialty practices, especially where patient access and continuity of care matter. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with physician office experience and a Certified Medical Assistant credential, even when the minimum education listed is a high school diploma or GED. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm whether your experience matches the preferred office background before applying.
