Certified Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin Support

CHRISTUS Health; Kent (LA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care, data entry, and insurance verification in a busy medical office. You will assist physicians and providers, ensuring accurate patient accounts and effective communication with patients, families, insurers, and staff.

The ideal candidate holds CMA certification, is proficient in data entry, and can work a standard 8 AM–5 PM schedule. BLS certification is required, and one year of medical office experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• CMA certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in patient care.
• Data entry of charges, registration, and updating patient accounts.
• Verify insurance and communicate benefits to patients.
• Schedule appointments and answer calls for providers.

Skills

Data entry

Insurance verification

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

CHRISTUS Health seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care, data entry, and insurance verification in a busy medical office. You will assist physicians and providers, ensuring accurate patient accounts and effective communication with patients, families, insurers, and staff.

The ideal candidate holds CMA certification, is proficient in data entry, and can work a standard 8 AM–5 PM schedule. BLS certification is required, and one year of medical office experience is preferred.