Compassionate Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Support

Ochsner Health; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Metairie, LA, seeks a patient-focused Medical Assistant to provide individualized care under supervision. You will support patients and providers during visits, manage documentation, and help prepare exam rooms.

Requirements include a high school diploma, Medical Assistant Certification, BLS, and experience handling confidential information in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes professional communication and accurate data entry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Medical Assistant Certification and BLS required.
• Experience handling confidential information in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supports the patient and provider during the visit.
• Prepares the patient and provider for the visit and documents appropriately.
• Answers patient questions prior to leaving and readies the room for the next appointment.
• Delivers excellent patient service with effective communication, in person and by phone.
• Maintains and updates patient registrations and clinical records as needed.
• Keeps clinical knowledge and credentials up to date through ongoing development.
• Adapts communication to diverse patient populations and protects privacy.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Computer proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Medical assistant training program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Ochsner Health in Metairie, LA, seeks a patient-focused Medical Assistant to provide individualized care under supervision. You will support patients and providers during visits, manage documentation, and help prepare exam rooms.

Requirements include a high school diploma, Medical Assistant Certification, BLS, and experience handling confidential information in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes professional communication and accurate data entry.