Medical Assistant II — Patient Care & Phlebotomy Expert

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Zachary (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center in Zachary, LA seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians in patient care coordination and clinical workflow. The role emphasizes accurate data collection, basic physical assessments, clerical duties, and adherence to HIPAA and safety policies.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing phlebotomy as directed, administering medications per orders, and handling patient calls with professional communication.

Qualifications

• Required – 1 to 2 years in the clinic setting
• Preferred – High School Diploma or GED and Completion of a Medical Assistant program
• Requires – Current Medical Assistant Certification

Responsibilities

• Performs basic physical assessment on patients.
• Collects assessment data and communicates findings to physician.
• Administers medications as ordered with accuracy.
• Performs phlebotomy as directed and in compliance with policy.
• Answers and responds to patient care related phone calls.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Medication administration

Phone triage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Job description

Baton Rouge General Medical Center in Zachary, LA seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians in patient care coordination and clinical workflow. The role emphasizes accurate data collection, basic physical assessments, clerical duties, and adherence to HIPAA and safety policies.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing phlebotomy as directed, administering medications per orders, and handling patient calls with professional communication.