Certified Medical Assistant — Compassionate Patient Care

Ochsner LSU Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health in Louisiana seeks a Medical Assistant to support patients and clinicians across in-person, telephone, and electronic channels, ensuring timely, accurate documentation and smooth clinic flow.

You will prepare patients and examination rooms, complete registrations when needed, and help answer patients' questions while maintaining patient confidentiality and respectful, professional communication.

Qualifications

• Clinical knowledge relevant to patient care processes.
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based apps.
• Effective verbal and written communication with patients and staff.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supports the patient and provider throughout the patient visit.
• Ensures the patient and provider are prepared for the visit.
• Answers patient questions and prepares room for next appointment.
• Provides excellent patient service through in-person and phone communication.
• Completes patient registration and other necessary documentation.
• Maintains clinical knowledge, skills, training, and credentials.
• Adapts interactions to diverse patient populations and privacy needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Computers & software

Clear communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Medical assistant training program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Ochsner LSU Health in Louisiana seeks a Medical Assistant to support patients and clinicians across in-person, telephone, and electronic channels, ensuring timely, accurate documentation and smooth clinic flow.

You will prepare patients and examination rooms, complete registrations when needed, and help answer patients' questions while maintaining patient confidentiality and respectful, professional communication.