Certified Medical Assistant - Rheumatology Clinic- Baton Rouge

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Baton Rouge seeks a Medical Assistant to provide individualized medical care, support patients during visits, and maintain communication with healthcare providers. Candidates should have a high school diploma, medical assistant certification, and exemplary interpersonal skills. This role emphasizes building positive relationships with patients and assisting in healthcare delivery, requiring a strong commitment to service and efficient patient flow.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal medical assistant training program preferred.
• Experience working with and maintaining confidential information in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supports the patient and provider throughout the patient visit.
• Ensures the patient’s questions are answered prior to leaving.
• Provides excellent patient service through effective communication.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Proficiency in using computers

Effective communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Medical Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Overview

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job provides individualized, medical care of assigned patients in person, electronically and via telephone under the supervision of a licensed health care provider. Assists in the delivery of health care services to patients of diverse backgrounds and age and maintains positive relationships with patients and their families. Works effectively with fellow employees to ensure the efficient flow of patients throughout their visit, providing support to them as well as to the attending physician. Communicates via phone to ensure patient needs are met timely and accurately. Accesses company's data systems to document pertinent medical information.

Education

• Required – High school diploma

Work Experience

• Preferred – Completion of a formal medical assistant training program.
• Required – Experience working with and maintaining confidential information, including work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.

Certifications

• Required – Medical Assistant Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Clinical knowledge.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Job Duties

• Supports the patient and provider throughout the patient visit.
• Ensures the patient and provider are prepared for the visit.
• Ensures the patient’s questions are answered prior to leaving; prepares room for next appointment.
• Provides excellent patient service through effective communication both over the phone and in person.
• Completes appropriate documentation including patient registration if necessary.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials through personal professional development.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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