Compassionate Medical Assistant - Patient Care and Support

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Medical Assistant to support the patient and the provider with in-person, telehealth, and electronic health record activities. The role emphasizes compassionate, efficient patient care and teamwork within a busy clinical setting.

You will assist during visits, prepare rooms, document information, and communicate with patients to address questions and scheduling, while maintaining clinical knowledge and credentials.

Qualifications

• Clinical knowledge and patient care basics.
• Experience with computers and EHR systems is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supports patient and provider during visits.
• Prepares examination rooms and ensures patients are ready for the appointment.
• Documents patient information accurately in charts or EHR.
• Interacts with patients by phone to answer questions and coordinate scheduling.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Computer proficiency

Verbal/written communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Medical Assistant to support the patient and the provider with in-person, telehealth, and electronic health record activities. The role emphasizes compassionate, efficient patient care and teamwork within a busy clinical setting.

You will assist during visits, prepare rooms, document information, and communicate with patients to address questions and scheduling, while maintaining clinical knowledge and credentials.