Clinical Medical Assistant II: Patient Care & Support

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in coordinating patient care across the age population served. The role involves clinical assessments, medication administration, and responsive patient communications in a fast-paced clinic setting.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of clinic experience, and preferably a completed Medical Assistant program with current certification.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of clinical experience in a clinic setting is required.
• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• Preferred: Current Medical Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic physical assessments and collects essential data prior to physician encounters.
• Administers medications as ordered by the physician with accuracy and adherence to policy.
• Answers and triages patient care related phone calls, coordinating with physicians as needed.
• Assists in data management, including updating patient records and clinic charges with accuracy.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of clinic operations.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Phone triage

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Job description

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in coordinating patient care across the age population served. The role involves clinical assessments, medication administration, and responsive patient communications in a fast-paced clinic setting.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of clinic experience, and preferably a completed Medical Assistant program with current certification.