Medical Assistant II

Tulane group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University in New Orleans is seeking a Medical Assistant II responsible for a mix of clinical, clerical, and administrative tasks, including triaging patients, recording vitals, assisting providers, and performing point-of-care testing. The role also handles scheduling, document handling, pre-certifications, and maintaining exam rooms.

The Medical Office Assistant serves as a floater between clerical and clinical staff to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Completion of medical assistant program, military corpsman program, or CNA training.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of clerical/administrative medical office experience.

Responsibilities

• In depth knowledge of good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations.
• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and patient-centered atmosphere.
• Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Medical assistant program / CNA training

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Medical Assistant II will be responsible for performing a variety of clinical, clerical and administrative functions. Clinical duties include, but are not limited to, triaging patients, collecting medical information, recording vital signs (blood pressure, pulse and weight), assisting providers during procedures, performing routine point-of-care testing (cholesterol and blood glucose testing) , obtaining insurance authorizations for procedures and EKG’s. Additional responsibilities will include: scheduling patient appointments, faxing/scanning documents, pre-certifying services and procedures, maintaining the stock room and the physical environment of the exam and procedure rooms. The Medical Office Assistant will serve as a floater between clerical and clinical staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• In depth knowledge of good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations.
• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and patient-centered atmosphere.
• Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Successful completion of a medical assistant program, military corpsman program, or Certified Nursing Assistant training program
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of clerical/administrative medical office experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with electronic medical records

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at [e-mail] .

Job Info

• Job Identification 2041
• Job Category Health Service Operations
• Posting Date 09/29/2026, 06:29 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University
• Department SOM Medicine - Tulane Doctors - Napoleon Ave. Clinic