Clinical Medical Assistant II: Patient Care & Admin Support

Open Health Care Clinic; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Health Care Clinic seeks a skilled Medical Assistant to support providers and deliver patient-centered care. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vitals, entering data into the EHR, and performing point-of-care tests. The role requires certification eligibility and a focus on confidentiality.

Strong customer service, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols are essential to ensure smooth clinic operations and quality patient interactions.

Qualifications

• Eligible for one of the listed medical assistant certifications.
• Completion of MA training within the last 5 years or equivalent.
• Healthcare environment experience preferred and ability to work with clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients, addressing needs to ensure satisfaction.
• Assist Providers during visits: rooming, vitals, and chart updates in EHR.
• Perform point-of-care tests and handle specimen processing.
• Handle referrals, appointment scheduling, and prior authorizations.
• Maintain patient charts and confidentiality per policy.
• Support infection control and safety procedures daily.

Skills

Patient relations

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team coordination

Education

CCMA - NHA

CMA (AAMA)

Job description

Open Health Care Clinic seeks a skilled Medical Assistant to support providers and deliver patient-centered care. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vitals, entering data into the EHR, and performing point-of-care tests. The role requires certification eligibility and a focus on confidentiality.

Strong customer service, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols are essential to ensure smooth clinic operations and quality patient interactions.