Clinic Medical Assistant Resource Pool

100 Hospital Service District No. 1 Parish of Terrebonne State of Louisiana; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

100 Hospital Service District No. 1 Parish of Terrebonne State of Louisiana is looking for a Medical Assistant in the United States. This position involves preparing patients for office visits, assisting with exams, and maintaining thorough patient records.

The ideal candidate has one year of Medical Assistant experience or equivalent training, demonstrates effective communication skills, and is efficient in electronic medical records. This role provides flexible working options to cover critical clinic openings.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Demonstrates basic efficiency with computers and electronic records.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for office visits including vitals and documentation.
• Assist with exams, medication administration, and testing.
• Coordinate referrals and gather information for medication pre-authorizations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Restock exam rooms and manage clinical inventory.
• Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and providers.

Skills

Basic efficiency in electronic medical records

Effective communication

Basic medical terminology

Education

Completion of a Medical Assistant or equivalent training program

Job description

Position Overview

Position: Medical Assistant

Varied (United States of America)

The Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting all clinical activities and providers in the provision of medical services. This position must be willing and able to adapt to different medical specialties with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for office visits (vitals, chief complaint, documentation in EMR)
• Assist with exams, medication administration, and point-of-care testing
• Coordinate referrals and gather info for medication pre-authorizations
• Maintain accurate patient records and follow HIPAA guidelines
• Restock exam rooms and manage clinical inventory
• Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and providers

Qualifications

1. One (1) year of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred OR completion of a Medical Assistant or equivalent training program preferred.
2. Demonstrates basic efficiency in using electronic medical records, general computer technology, accurate typing, and proper grammar.
3. Basic medical terminology preferred.

Additional Information

Purpose of Clinic Resource Allocation Pool: To provide replacement staff for leaves of absence, call-ins, and vacation leaves. Provides flexible working options. To cover the critical openings in clinics that require specialized training.