PAR/ Medical Assistant- Bossier City Multi-Specialty Clinic

Ochsner LSU Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health in Louisiana is seeking a Medical Assistant and appointment scheduler to support clinic operations. You will provide direct patient care under supervision, schedule appointments, take vital signs, and assist physicians during examinations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, MA training preferred, BLS, strong computer and communication skills, and the ability to handle patient questions with professionalism.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required; MA training preferred.
• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and patient info retrieval.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to patients, guests and family members.
• Ensure all patient forms are completed and documents gathered accurately.
• Input demographics and financial information; explain insurance benefits and collect payments.
• Perform vital signs and basic screenings; obtain medical history.
• Schedule and reschedule appointments and coordinate with departments.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Computer literacy

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training (preferred)

Tools

Windows OS

EMR software

Job description

This job performs appointment scheduling and medical assistant functions within a clinic setting. Provides individualized, direct patient care of assigned patients under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider and assists in the implementation of the delivery of health care services.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

• Required - High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• Preferred - Completion of a Medical Assistant training program

Work Experience

• Preferred - Related experience in a clinic or medical office setting

Certifications

• Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
• Preferred - Certification in Healthcare Access Manager (CHAM), Certification in Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA), Certification as a Medical Assistant (or other medical specialty-based certification)

Knowledge Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Skills to effectively present information and respond to questions from patients and customers, with proficiency.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in handling/escalating difficult situations.

Job Duties

• Provide excellent customer service to all patients, guests, and family members
• Ensures all patient required forms are completed and other paperwork/documents are gathered and accurate
• Efficiently inputs patient/guarantor demographic and financial information; explains insurance benefits and collects co-pays, deductibles and self-pay portions due
• Performs vital signs and other screenings, obtaining height, weight, allergy and medication history and other assessments
• Prepares patient for exam, explaining any procedures before they are performed and answering the patients’ questions
• Schedules and reschedules patient appointments by phone or in person, including transferring patients to the appropriate departments for scheduling and updating necessary information
• Meets the procedures of the Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs, if working in an occupational health clinic
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site.

Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.”