Infectious Disease Medical Assistant - Clinical Support

DePaul Community Health Centers; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

DePaul Community Health Centers in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant in the Infectious Disease Department to support examination, testing and treatment under the direct supervision of a Primary Care Provider or Nurse Practitioner. This full-time role requires teamwork, accuracy and compassionate patient care.

You will escort patients, measure vital signs, assist with in-house labs, document in the electronic medical record, manage supplies and help with scheduling and insurance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of accredited Medical Assistant program.
• BLS certification current or obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Escort and prepare patients for visits, measure vitals and review health records.
• Administer medications per best practice standards and document outcomes.
• Perform basic in-house labs and rapid STI testing.
• Document treatment details and lab results in the EMR.
• Assist with scheduling, insurance verification, and patient inquiries.
• Maintain clean treatment rooms and manage supplies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Soft office skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Current BLS Certification or within 90 days

Job description

DePaul Community Health Centers in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant in the Infectious Disease Department to support examination, testing and treatment under the direct supervision of a Primary Care Provider or Nurse Practitioner. This full-time role requires teamwork, accuracy and compassionate patient care.

You will escort patients, measure vital signs, assist with in-house labs, document in the electronic medical record, manage supplies and help with scheduling and insurance