CLN Medical Assistant LGEHC

About Us

Huntsville Hospital is a leading healthcare provider recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, our facilities include a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state, featuring a specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and recognized as "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." Our campus offers six cath labs, four EP labs, and multiple medical and step-down units, providing ample opportunities for professional growth.

We support your development through a training center for continuing education, a Shared Governance Program, a Clinical Ladder for professional advancement, The Daisy Award, and a Nurse Residency Program for new graduates. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and are a partner to the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program.

Responsibilities

• Act as a collaborative member of the clinical team to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
• Handle patient registration, insurance verification, and scheduling.
• Answer telephone inquiries and return patient phone calls.
• Initiate patient care assessments and gather vital signs.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for procedures.
• Collect specimens and provide patient education and support as needed.
• Assist physicians, patients, and families with care coordination.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified Medical Assistant certification required.
• Minimum of one year of clinic experience in a clinical setting.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Previous customer service experience preferred.
• Proficiency in typing, word processing, computer, and telephone skills preferred.
• Experience with GPMS/EMR is desired.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification must be obtained within the orientation period.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ability to prioritize and adapt to changing tasks quickly.
• Proficiency in using computers, fax machines, and copy machines.
• Detail-oriented with a strong ability to work well in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement account options with 401K organization match.
• Nurse Residency Program for new graduates.
• Tuition assistance and student loan reimbursement.
• On-site training and education opportunities.
• Employee discounts on phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, and apartment applications.
• On-site childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, and a free health clinic.