Certified Medical Assistant- Internal Medicine Clinic- Jefferson Place Baton Rouge

About the role

We provide individualized, medical care of assigned patients in person, electronically and via telephone under the supervision of a licensed health care provider. Our team supports the delivery of health care services to patients of various backgrounds and ages, fostering positive relationships with them and their families.

Responsibilities

• Supports the patient and provider throughout the patient visit
• Ensures the patient and provider are prepared for the visit
• Maintains positive relationships with patients and their families
• Works effectively with fellow employees to ensure the efficient flow of patients throughout their visit, providing support to them as well as to the attending physician
• Communicates via phone to ensure patient needs are met timely and accurately
• Accesses company's data systems to document pertinent medical information
• Supports the patient and provider throughout the patient visit
• Ensures the patient and provider are prepared for the visit
• Maintains positive relationships with patients and their families
• Works effectively with fellow employees to ensure the efficient flow of patients throughout their visit, providing support to them as well as to the attending physician
• Communicates via phone to ensure patient needs are met timely and accurately
• Accesses company's data systems to document pertinent medical information

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Completion of a formal medical assistant training program
• Experience working with and maintaining confidential information
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Skills

• Clinical knowledge
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Benefits

At Ochsner, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. This includes:

• Health insurance
• Patient assistance programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Retirement savings plans

Pay

The salary range for this position is $[Insert Range Here]. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position offers a flexible schedule to accommodate your needs and the needs of our patients. Shifts may vary and can include evenings, weekends, and holidays.