Medical Assistant- Houma Family Practice

Terrebonne General Health System; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Terrebonne General Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians across family medicine and other specialties. You will prepare patients for visits, assist with exams, medications, and point-of-care testing while ensuring accurate records and HIPAA compliance.

The role requires potential cross-specialty adaptability, a positive attitude, and eagerness to learn in a busy clinical environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Medical Assistant experience preferred OR completion of a MA training program.
• EMR proficiency with basic computer skills and accurate typing.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for visits (vitals, chief complaint, EMR documentation).
• Assist with exams, medication administration, and point-of-care testing.
• Coordinate referrals and gather info for medication pre-authorizations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and follow HIPAA guidelines.
• Restock exam rooms and manage clinical inventory.
• Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and providers.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Typing

Medical terminology

Communication

Education

Medical Assistant training program

Job description

Day (United States of America)Department:300 - 790000 PPP - Clinic - Family Medicine CarePosition Description:The Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting all clinical activities and providers in the provision of medical services. This position must be willing and able to adapt to different medical specialties with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn.Key Responsibilities:• Prepare patients for office visits (vitals, chief complaint, documentation in EMR)• Assist with exams, medication administration, and point-of-care testing• Coordinate referrals and gather info for medication pre-authorizations• Maintain accurate patient records and follow HIPAA guidelines• Restock exam rooms and manage clinical inventory• Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and providersQualifications:1. One (1) year of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred OR completion of a Medical Assistant or equivalent training program preferred.2. Demonstrates basic efficiency in using electronic medical records, general computer technology, accurate typing, and proper grammar.3. Basic medical terminology preferred.