Patient Care Coordinator & Medical Assistant

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

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.