Medical Assistant Certified - Cardiology

CHRISTUS Health; Kent (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Louisiana is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care by managing data entry, verifying insurance, and assisting healthcare providers. The ideal candidate must possess a High School Diploma, CMA certification, and have at least one year of medical office experience. Full-time work involves a schedule of five days a week for eight hours each day, with a commitment to professional and compassionate patient interactions.

Qualifications

• 1 year of medical office experience preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting physicians and nurse practitioners in providing medical care.
• Accurate data entry for patient registration and charges.
• Verifying insurance and recording statistics.

Skills

Communication skills

Data entry

Patient scheduling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients; families; licensed personnel; insurance companies and third-party payers. Demonstrates a professional and caring manner.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care.
• Accurate Data Entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts.
• Insurance Verification and recording of Statistics.
• Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred.

Experience

• 1 year of medical office experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required.
• BLS required.

Work Schedule

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type

Full Time