Medical Assistant (32567)

GI Alliance; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

GI Alliance is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant I to support clinicians and patients in a busy care setting. The position combines clinical tasks, patient care, vital signs, and administrative duties like scheduling and records management.

A high school diploma or MA credential is required, with at least one year of MA experience in a medical facility; gastroenterology experience is preferred. EMR proficiency and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, MA diploma or college course in medical assisting.
• Minimum one year of recent MA experience; gastroenterology preferred.
• Knowledge of EMR systems and patient communication.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities including assisting physicians and charting.
• Handles clerical tasks: scheduling, records, insurance verification, and check-in/out.
• Maintains patient flow, answers calls, triages, and relays instructions to families.
• Participates in environmental and organizational tasks as assigned.

Skills

EMR systems

Written and verbal communication

Patient education

Compassion and caring

Multi-tasking

Plan and prioritize

Education

High school diploma/GED

MA diploma or college course in medical assisting

One year MA experience or externship

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

GI Alliance is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant I.

Position purpose

This position may be involved in both the clinical and administrative areas including assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinical services.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; checking vital signs; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting providers as needed; charting; phone triage; medication administration; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls, and providing pertinent information; prescription verifications with physicians orders.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned that may include sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/X‑ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; patient check‑in and check‑out; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing and updating charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately.
• Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned including respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a college course in medical assisting.

Experience: Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and/or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office. Experience working in a Gastroenterology practice is preferred.

Requirements For Level I Status

• Entry level (1–4 years experience) and/or meet the basic requirements of the job with the need for additional supervision.
• Excess of 4 years experience if meeting only the basic requirements of the job with need for additional supervision.

Performance Requirements

• Knowledge of health care field and EMR systems.
• Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately.
• Skill in written and verbal communications.
• Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care practices and procedures.
• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.

GI Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable work environment. Our company values and celebrates the diversity of our physicians, staff and patients. We firmly believe our service is greatly enriched by our diversity of thought, experience, perspective, culture, and background.

Please Note: All job offers are contingent on the successful completion of pre‑employment criminal history check.

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