Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Vestavia Hills, Alabama
The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to cardiothoracic surgeons, including patient intake and assisting with non-invasive procedures. They are also responsible for maintaining exam rooms, managing clinic communications, and educating patients on health-related topics.
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No weekends, No holidays, No Call
Monday-Friday 8am - 4:30pm
The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. This role assists with medical procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while providing excellent service to patients and staff.
Essential Functions
Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.
Candidates should have completed a Medical Assistant program and possess 0-1 years of experience or a completed externship. A BCLS certification from AHA, ARC, or ASHI is required.
Market context
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