Medical Assistant, Non-Certified

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to perform clinical, clerical, and administrative duties in a busy outpatient setting.

The role includes triaging patients, recording vital signs, assisting providers, performing point-of-care testing, arranging insurance authorizations, and maintaining exam rooms. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential to support excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of clerical/administrative medical office experience.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• In depth knowledge of good clinical practices asset 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

Oral and written communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Job Description

The Medical Office Assistant 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 floater between clerical and clinical staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• In depth knowledge of good clinical practices asset 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

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of clerical/administrative medical office experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records