Certified Medical Assistant - Clinic Support & Patient Care

SWLA Center for Health Services; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Retirement Plan

401k Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SWLA Center for Health Services is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our Clinical Services team. The CMA will support physicians and the care team by greeting patients, gathering clinical information, and assisting with procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, aiding with examinations, and coordinating follow-up care as needed. The role requires current CMA certification, BLS certification, and ongoing CEU recertification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Current Clinical Medical Assistant certification.
• BLS certification required.
• CEU credits or equivalent contact hours for recertification.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and manage waiting times to minimize delays.
• Collect necessary patient information to assist the physician in providing care.
• Ensure patients are properly prepared for examinations and visits.
• Assist physicians with procedures and examinations and perform assigned nursing duties.
• Communicate physician instructions to patients and families clearly.
• Coordinate follow-up care when required for patients’ needs.
• Contact no-show patients to reschedule appointments.
• Maintain exam rooms and clinic equipment and supplies.

Skills

Patient greeting & flow management

Clerical/data collection

Education

High School Diploma

Clinical Medical Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

CEU credits for recertification

Job description

SWLA Center for Health Services is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our Clinical Services team. The CMA will support physicians and the care team by greeting patients, gathering clinical information, and assisting with procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, aiding with examinations, and coordinating follow-up care as needed. The role requires current CMA certification, BLS certification, and ongoing CEU recertification.