Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Care Coordination

FMOLHS; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOLHS is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in patient examination, vital signs collection, and charting. The role involves coordinating patient flow, scheduling procedures, and handling lab specimen preparation under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include triaging calls, assisting with minor procedures, and ensuring HIPAA-compliant handling of patient information. High school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assistant program or 1 year experience in a clinical capacity.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients and records vital signs (pulse, temp, BP, weight, height).
• Coordinate patient flow, appointments, tests and referrals.
• Triage calls and document communications with patients and families.
• Assist with regulatory and compliance needs under supervision.
• Prepare exam rooms, administer medications as ordered, and assist with procedures.

Skills

Computer literate

Microsoft Outlook

Electronic health records

Other software programs

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification or equivalent

Job description

FMOLHS is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in patient examination, vital signs collection, and charting. The role involves coordinating patient flow, scheduling procedures, and handling lab specimen preparation under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include triaging calls, assisting with minor procedures, and ensuring HIPAA-compliant handling of patient information. High school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification are required.