Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Coordination

FMOL Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians in examinations and patient care. You will collect vitals, document visits, assist with procedures, and help manage patient flow while upholding HIPAA and clinic policies.

The role emphasizes accuracy in charting, safe handling of specimens, and collaboration with the care team to deliver high-quality health services in a busy ambulatory setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assistant program or 1 year experience in a clinical capacity.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Computer literacy; proficient in Microsoft Outlook, electronic health records and related software.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Identify patient by requesting name and DOB prior to interactions.
• Record vital signs and clinical visit notes including pertinent history.
• Assist with minor procedures and specimen handling.
• Coordinate patient flow and scheduling to optimize physician efficiency.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect patient information.
• Assist with regulatory and quality initiatives as directed.

Skills

Computer literacy

MS Outlook

Electronic health records

Education

Medical assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FMOL Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians in examinations and patient care. You will collect vitals, document visits, assist with procedures, and help manage patient flow while upholding HIPAA and clinic policies.

The role emphasizes accuracy in charting, safe handling of specimens, and collaboration with the care team to deliver high-quality health services in a busy ambulatory setting.