Medical Triage & Intake Specialist

Paycom; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant for our triage/intake department in Lafayette, LA. The role requires basic clinical knowledge and EMR experience, with duties including triage chart prep, vitals collection, and updating patient records. Strong communication and the ability to work independently are essential.

The position involves standard office hours Monday–Thursday and Friday half-day. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, with a preferred medical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year administrative experience in a medical office preferred.
• CCMA/RMA/CMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triage: prep charts for clinical staff.
• Record vitals (weight, temperature, blood pressure) for each patient.
• Update medical history, medications, allergies, and surgery history.
• Escort patients from lobby to triage and to appropriate waiting area.

Skills

Medical terminology

EMR knowledge

Strong communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Typing 40 WPM

Read and follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diploma as medical administrative assistant

CCMA/RMA/CMA certification

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Paycom is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant for our triage/intake department in Lafayette, LA. The role requires basic clinical knowledge and EMR experience, with duties including triage chart prep, vitals collection, and updating patient records. Strong communication and the ability to work independently are essential.

The position involves standard office hours Monday–Thursday and Friday half-day. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, with a preferred medical