Compassionate Medical Assistant: Front Desk & Support

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide individualized care to patients in person, electronically, and by phone under a licensed provider. You will support the patient and attending physician, ensuring readiness for visits and clear communication throughout the patient care process.

Required: High School Diploma/GED and Medical Assistant Certification with BLS. Preferred: formal MA training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a formal medical assistant training program is preferred.
• Medical Assistant Certification is required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of care to patients under supervision of licensed provider.
• Prepare patient for visits and ensure provider and patient are ready.
• Provide excellent patient service via phone and in person.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Computer skills

Verbal/written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Medical assistant training (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

Medical software

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide individualized care to patients in person, electronically, and by phone under a licensed provider. You will support the patient and attending physician, ensuring readiness for visits and clear communication throughout the patient care process.

Required: High School Diploma/GED and Medical Assistant Certification with BLS. Preferred: formal MA training.