Medical Assistant Jobs in Alabama

Medical assistant jobs in Alabama are concentrated in primary care clinics, multispecialty physician groups, and hospital outpatient departments, with demand ranging from entry-level positions to experienced clinical leads. Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile are the busiest hiring markets, home to large employers like UAB Health System, Huntsville Hospital Health System, and Infirmary Health. The most in-demand specialties are family medicine, pediatrics, and urgent care. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles52
Top employerUAB Medicine
Top cityBirmingham, AL
Cities hiring27
Work type89% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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UAB Medicine
Certified Medical Assistant
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Certified Medical Assistant
UAB Medicine
Birmingham, Alabama
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Whatley Health Services, Inc
Certified Medical Assistant
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Whatley Health Services, Inc
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Certified Medical Assistant
Whatley Health Services, Inc
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
51-200

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
Medical Support Assistant
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US Department of Veterans Affairs
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Medical Support Assistant
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Birmingham, Alabama
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$39k - $63k/yr
On-Site
High school
10,000+

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USA Health
Medical Assistant I- Wound Care Outpatient - University Hospital
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USA Health
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Medical Assistant I- Wound Care Outpatient - University Hospital
USA Health
Mobile, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification

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UAB Medicine
CMA - Certified Medical Assistant - Montgomery Dermatology (AM)
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UAB Medicine
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CMA - Certified Medical Assistant - Montgomery Dermatology (AM)
UAB Medicine
Montgomery, Alabama
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Medical Assistant Jobs by City in Alabama

Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Birmingham
13 jobs
Montgomery
4 jobs
Boaz
2 jobs
Selma
2 jobs
Centre
2 jobs
Dothan
2 jobs
Jasper
2 jobs
Mobile
2 jobs
Oneonta
2 jobs

Medical Assistant Job Market in Alabama

A snapshot from current Alabama openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • UAB Medicine
    UAB Medicine14
  • Complete Health
    Complete Health4
  • Huntsville Hospital Health System
    Huntsville Hospital Health System4
  • TeamHealth
    TeamHealth2
  • F
    Flowers Medical2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Alabama Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical assistant jobs across Alabama.

  • Nationally recognized certification such as CMA or RMA preferred or required by most Alabama employers
  • High school diploma or GED plus completion of an accredited medical assistant program
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Athenahealth
  • Ability to perform clinical duties including phlebotomy, vital signs, and medication administration
  • Strong patient communication skills in a fast-paced outpatient or clinic setting
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association

Medical Assistant Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical assistant in Alabama?

Alabama does not require a state-issued license for medical assistants, so entry is through education and voluntary national certification. Most Alabama employers expect completion of an accredited medical assistant program, offered at community colleges like Wallace State and Lawson State. Earning a Certified Medical Assistant credential through the AAMA or a Registered Medical Assistant credential through AMT makes candidates significantly more competitive across the state's clinic and hospital hiring market.

How much do medical assistants make in Alabama?

Medical assistants in Alabama earn a median of about $36,100 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $29,630 for the lowest 10% to over $45,040 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire medical assistants in Alabama?

Employers hiring medical assistants in Alabama right now include UAB Medicine, Complete Health, and Huntsville Hospital Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Alabama's large integrated health systems and regional hospital networks generate the most consistent volume of openings, particularly in outpatient clinics and multispecialty group practices tied to academic medical centers.

Which Alabama cities have the most medical assistant jobs?

Birmingham, Montgomery, and Boaz have the most medical assistant openings in Alabama. Birmingham leads because of the concentration of UAB Medicine's clinics and the dense network of independent physician practices throughout Jefferson County, while Huntsville's rapid population growth and expanding hospital campuses drive strong demand in the northern part of the state, and Mobile anchors hiring along the Gulf Coast through Infirmary Health and its affiliated outpatient network.

Are there remote medical assistant jobs in Alabama?

Yes, but they're rare. About 11% of medical assistant openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The tasks most likely to shift remote are prior authorization coordination, patient scheduling, and telephone triage, which some larger Alabama health systems have moved to remote support teams.

How can I get hired as a medical assistant in Alabama with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a clinical support or patient care technician role at one of Alabama's large health systems, which regularly hire candidates with a completed medical assistant program even without prior work history. UAB Health System and Huntsville Hospital Health System both bring on new graduates through structured orientation programs. Earning a CMA or RMA before applying, or completing a phlebotomy certificate at an Alabama community college, gives candidates a clear edge over those with equivalent experience alone.

Where can I find and apply to medical assistant jobs in Alabama?

Migrate Mate lists current medical assistant openings in Alabama, updated regularly so you're seeing roles that are actively hiring. Search the listings for positions that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No account or profile is needed to see the openings.

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