Certified Medical Assistant Jobs in Alabama
Certified Medical Assistant jobs in Alabama are concentrated in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile, where large health systems like UAB Health System, Ascension St. Vincent's, and Huntsville Hospital Group maintain consistent hiring across primary care, family medicine, and specialty clinics. Demand runs from entry-level clinic positions through experienced roles in cardiology, pediatrics, and urgent care, reflecting the breadth of Alabama's growing healthcare infrastructure. The most active openings align with outpatient and ambulatory care settings, where certified medical assistants handle both clinical and administrative duties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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North Alabama Shoals Hospital
Your experience matters
North Alabama Shoals Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
North Alabama Medical Group is a diverse and growing network of healthcare practices serving patients throughout the Shoals and surrounding communities. As part of North Alabama Medical Center, our team brings together more than 15 clinics and a wide range of primary and specialty care services, including cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology and neurosurgery, pulmonology, surgery, urology, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our practices are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care close to home while building lasting relationships with the patients and communities we serve. With a collaborative team of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, clinical staff, and support professionals, North Alabama Medical Group offers a dynamic environment where team members can make a meaningful impact, support one another, and grow professionally while helping patients achieve healthier lives.
How you'll contribute
A Certified Medical Assistant who excels in this role:
- Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
- Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
- Documents patient care given.
- Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
- Maintains examination areas.
- Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we're looking for
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
- High School diploma
- CCMA, CMA or RMA Preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 60 days of hire
More about North Alabama Shoals Hospital
North Alabama Shoals Hospital is a 198-bed general acute care facility that boasts spacious, private rooms for all patients, a 24-hour emergency department, medical and oncology services; medical/surgical inpatient units; and intensive care and short-stay surgery units. Shoals also operates the region’s only in-patient acute rehabilitation facility, the J. W. Sommer Rehabilitation Unit, and the Shoals Senior Care Center, the Shoals’ only psychiatric unit dedicated to our senior adults.
North Alabama Shoals Hospital is Joint Commission accredited, is a Blue Cross/Blue Shield Tier 2 Hospital, and has received a Blue Distinguished award in hip and knee replacements. This facility employs over 300 individuals and has more than 100 physicians on staff.
EEOC Statement
“North Alabama Shoals Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Shoals Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
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Certified Medical Assistant Job Market in Alabama
A snapshot from current Alabama openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- UAB Medicine25
- AltaPointe Health2
- Indian Rivers Behavioral Health2
- Alabama Regional Medical Services2
- Happi Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified medical assistant jobs across Alabama.
- Active CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification from a nationally recognized credentialing body
- Completion of an accredited medical assisting program or equivalent clinical training
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Athenahealth
- Demonstrated ability to perform clinical tasks including phlebotomy and vital signs
- Strong patient communication skills in a high-volume outpatient or clinic environment
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification required prior to start date
Certified Medical Assistant Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified medical assistant in Alabama?
Alabama does not issue a state license for medical assistants, so certification comes through a national credentialing body such as the American Association of Medical Assistants, which awards the CMA credential after passing their exam. Most Alabama employers require graduation from an accredited medical assisting program, which community colleges like Jefferson State and Calhoun offer statewide. Earning your certification before applying strengthens your candidacy significantly at Alabama health systems.
Which companies hire certified medical assistants in Alabama?
Employers hiring certified medical assistants in Alabama right now include UAB Medicine, AltaPointe Health, and Indian Rivers Behavioral Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Alabama's largest health systems, academic medical centers, and multi-specialty outpatient groups drive the majority of consistent volume across the state.
Which Alabama cities have the most certified medical assistant jobs?
Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and Alabama account for the most certified medical assistant openings in Alabama. Birmingham leads because UAB Health System and the region's dense concentration of specialty clinics and outpatient centers generate steady demand, while Huntsville's rapid population and healthcare infrastructure growth and Mobile's established Gulf Coast hospital networks sustain strong hiring in those markets.
Are there remote certified medical assistant jobs in Alabama?
Yes, but they're rare. About 14% of certified medical assistant openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of the work most likely to shift remote are telephone triage, prior authorization support, and medical coding or documentation roles that do not require direct patient contact.
How can I get hired as a certified medical assistant in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited program at an Alabama community college, such as Jefferson State Community College or Bevill State, which often have clinical externship agreements with regional health systems that convert to job offers. UAB Health System and Huntsville Hospital Group periodically post new-graduate and trainee positions specifically for candidates finishing their certification. Applying as a patient care technician or medical receptionist at a clinic gives you a foot in the door while you complete credentialing.
Where can I find and apply to certified medical assistant jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to certified medical assistant jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the available roles, find positions that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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