Medical Assistant - Clinical Care & Patient Support

IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great medical benefit plan

Early access to earned wages

Participation in robust state pension

Dental, vision, life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Iberia Medical Center in New Iberia, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support care under the supervision of a Nurse Practitioner. The role involves safe clinical care, assisting with vaccinations, and coordinating patient flow for pediatric to geriatric populations.

Strong communication and organization are essential in this busy clinic. Responsibilities include triage, test scheduling, and assisting with procedures while maintaining patient confidentiality and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• One year+ clinical experience required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is essential.
• Ability to triage patients and assist with procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates respect for patients and families.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care.
• Assists with surgical/diagnostic/treating procedures in the office.
• Triages and assists patients during clinic hours.
• Schedules diagnostic testing and notifies patients of dates and instructions.
• Maintains stock and ensures supplies are available for daily tasks.
• Sterilizes, labels, and packages instruments as required.

Skills

Clinical experience

Patient care

Medical terminology

Education

High School graduate

Medical Assistant diploma

Tools

EHR knowledge

Vaccination administration

Job description

Iberia Medical Center in New Iberia, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support care under the supervision of a Nurse Practitioner. The role involves safe clinical care, assisting with vaccinations, and coordinating patient flow for pediatric to geriatric populations.

Strong communication and organization are essential in this busy clinic. Responsibilities include triage, test scheduling, and assisting with procedures while maintaining patient confidentiality and accurate documentation.