Compassionate Medical Assistant — Patient Care Hero

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide individualized patient care under supervision. Responsibilities include assisting in visits, documenting in electronic systems, and delivering compassionate service to diverse patient populations.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma or GED, with completion of a medical assistant program preferred; certification and BLS are required.

Qualifikationen

• Clinical knowledge is required to support patient care.
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication with patients and staff.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills for diverse populations.

Aufgaben

• Supports the patient and provider throughout the patient visit.
• Ensures the 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 communication both over the phone and in person.
• Completes appropriate documentation including patient registration if necessary.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge and credentials through ongoing development.

Kenntnisse

Clinical knowledge

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal & customer service

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Medical assistant training program

Tools

EHR software

Jobbeschreibung

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide individualized patient care under supervision. Responsibilities include assisting in visits, documenting in electronic systems, and delivering compassionate service to diverse patient populations.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma or GED, with completion of a medical assistant program preferred; certification and BLS are required.