Mercy Physician Practices - Medical Assistant - Full Time

Ahhmgt; Ville Platte (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Physician Practices in Ville Platte, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant - Full Time to join our on-site clinical support team.

The role emphasizes strong English communication, administrative tasks, and collaboration with physicians and nursing staff to maintain an efficient office.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks.
• Basic understanding of clinical tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization.
• Familiarity with digital record systems.

Responsibilities

• Attend the reception area of physicians' practices and manage front-desk tasks.
• File paperwork and maintain an organized office setting.
• Support clinical staff with basic clinical tasks as needed.

Skills

English language proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

CPR (BLS)

Job description

Mercy Physician Practices - Medical Assistant - Full Time

Job Category: Clinic Ops

Requisition Number: MERCY002687

• Posted : August 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

CPR (BLS)

Proficiency in administrative tasks. Much of a medical assistant's responsibilities focus on attending the reception area of physicians' practices, filing paperwork and maintaining an organized office setting.

Basic understanding of clinical tasks. In addition to the administrative responsibilities required on the job, medical assistants should have a basic understanding of clinical tasks.

Excellent interpersonal skills. Medical assistants interact with patients and staff members daily, and they rely on their interpersonal skills to successfully build relationships in the workplace.

Ability to communicate effectively. Effective communication, in writing and conversation, is necessary to perform effectively in a medical assisting role.

Exceptional attention to detail. The environments where medical assistants work require exceptional organization so that physicians, nurses and other staff can locate patient files, equipment and resources easily.

Familiarity with digital record systems. Technical skills and some familiarity with electronic filing systems can be fundamental to performing as a medical assistant

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