Certified Medical Assistant - LSU Health Center for OB/GYN - Days - Full Time

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Certified Medical Assistant required
• Previous medical assistant experience highly preferred
• Requires excellent communication and organizational skills; knowledge of medical terminology
• Requires knowledge and skills in working with Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Mets, greets, and escorts patients to exam rooms
• Prepares patients for provider’s visit by obtaining initial information and vital signs including all medical history, weight and height, blood pressure, etc.
• Aids physician with exams, tests, and minor procedures; cleans instruments; prepares sterile trays for procedures
• Orders, stocks, and maintains supplies for exam rooms; reviews all medication and supplies for expiration dates
• Creates patient's charts; verifies patient's medical records for pertinent data; reviews and maintains current patient information and demographic data
• Schedules appointments and tests; pre-certifies all admissions, surgeries, and outpatient procedures for insurance coverage; reviews all requisitions (labs and x-rays) for completeness and reports results to physician; coordinates appointments and referrals with another physician
• Performs general clerical duties as requested. Assists other clinic staff members as needed
• Answers, screens, and returns phone calls regarding prescription orders and refills, patient questions, etc.
• Responsible for CPT and ICD-10 coding for all procedures; works and corrects denied and problem accounts on a weekly basis
• Responsible for meeting with Regulatory Agencies
• Coordinates physician meetings including medical review panels, depositions, hospital committee meetings
• Coordinates and maintains surgery schedule for physicians
• Orders and receives medications as needed from Pharmacy
• Documents as necessary any utilization of medications per provider order within drug log and/or medical record
• Uses ICD-10 coding for all imaging procedures and imaging pre-certifications
• Performs other department and clinic specific duties and projects as assigned
• May be floated to other clinics when needed

Qualifications

Woman’s LSU Health Center for OBGYN is committed to providing exceptional patient care and a supportive work environment. As part of the larger Woman’s Hospital system, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognized healthcare organization that is dedicated to the care of women and infants.

Benefits

Woman’s Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

The salary range for this position is $25,000 - $35,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with flexible scheduling options to accommodate your needs.

Contact Information

To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to hrjobs@womans.org. For more information about Woman’s Hospital, visit our website at www.womans.org.

About the Role

Woman’s LSU Health Center for OBGYN is dedicated to providing exceptional care to women and their families. This position plays a critical role in supporting our mission by assisting physicians and ensuring the smooth operation of our clinic.