Compassionate Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Support

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; Sur place; USD 35 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ochsner Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide individualized patient care in person, electronically, and by phone under supervision of a licensed clinician.

Responsibilities include assisting during visits, preparing rooms, and ensuring patients are informed and comfortable. Requires MA certification and BLS; HS diploma or GED required. Ochsner emphasizes safety, privacy, and high-quality service across diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED; MA training preferred.
• Experience handling confidential information in a fast-paced environment.
• Medical Assistant Certification and BLS required.

Responsabilités

• Supports the patient and provider throughout the visit.
• Ensures the patient and provider are prepared for the visit.
• Ensures the patient’s questions are answered prior to leaving; 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, technical skills, training and credentials through personal professional development.
• Meets the procedures of the Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs, if working in an occupational health clinic.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including privacy considerations and appropriate communication style.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Connaissances

Clinical knowledge

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Medical assistant training (preferred)

Description du poste

Ochsner Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide individualized patient care in person, electronically, and by phone under supervision of a licensed clinician.

Responsibilities include assisting during visits, preparing rooms, and ensuring patients are informed and comfortable. Requires MA certification and BLS; HS diploma or GED required. Ochsner emphasizes safety, privacy, and high-quality service across diverse patient populations.