Compassionate Medical Assistant - Patient Care

ochsner; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Medical Assistant to provide individualized patient care under supervision, assisting providers, documenting in health records, and managing patient flow. You will support前 the visit, prepare rooms, and ensure patient questions are answered with professional communication.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, medical assistant certification, BLS, and preferred formal MA training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a formal Medical Assistant training program preferred.
• Experience handling confidential information in a fast-paced environment.
• Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supports the patient and provider throughout the visit.
• Ensures patient and provider are prepared for the visit.
• Answers patient questions prior to leaving and prepares room for next appointment.
• Provides excellent patient service through effective in-person and phone communication.
• Completes documentation including patient registration when necessary.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge and credentials through ongoing development.
• Complies with DOT drug and alcohol testing if working in occupational health.
• Adapts communication to diverse patient populations and circumstances.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with policies.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Medical Assistant to provide individualized patient care under supervision, assisting providers, documenting in health records, and managing patient flow. You will support前 the visit, prepare rooms, and ensure patient questions are answered with professional communication.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, medical assistant certification, BLS, and preferred formal MA training.