Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Coordination

Baton Rouge Health District; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton Rouge Health District is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in patient examinations and treatments. The role involves interviewing patients, recording vital signs, drawing blood when needed, and preparing specimens for lab analysis under supervision.

The candidate will coordinate patient flow, schedule procedures, and assist with regulatory compliance while maintaining patient confidentiality and delivering high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assistant program or 1 year clinical experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Computer literate; skilled in Microsoft Outlook, electronic health records and other software programs.

Responsibilities

• Identify patient by requesting name and DOB before interactions.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality and secure patient information.
• Document visit notes, including chief complaints and vitals, accurately.
• Administer waivered testing under physician supervision and document results.
• Prepare, stock, and clean exam rooms and ensure supplies are available.
• Assist with medications per orders and aid in minor procedures.
• Coordinate patient flow, appointments, tests, and referrals.
• Support regulatory and quality initiatives and maintain documentation.

Skills

Vital signs

HIPAA compliance

Patient interviews

Education

Medical assistant program or equivalent

High School diploma

Tools

Electronic health records

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Baton Rouge Health District is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in patient examinations and treatments. The role involves interviewing patients, recording vital signs, drawing blood when needed, and preparing specimens for lab analysis under supervision.

The candidate will coordinate patient flow, schedule procedures, and assist with regulatory compliance while maintaining patient confidentiality and delivering high-quality care.