Medical Assistant
CenterWell Senior Primary Care · Marrero, LA · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$43k–$56k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Medical Assistant 2 is the first point of contact for patient care. They perform varied activities and moderately complex administrative, operational, and customer support assignments, collaborating closely with Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers.
Responsibilities
- Discussing symptoms and obtaining vital signs
- Medication/vaccine administration
- Phlebotomy
- Collecting specimens
- Performing diagnostic screening tests
- Sterilizing/cleaning equipment
- Maintaining examination rooms
- Documenting information into the electronic medical records system
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- CPR certified
- Experience in phlebotomy and medication/vaccine administration
- One to two years of Medical Assistant experience
- Knowledge of Value Based Care, HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS
Qualifications
- Successful completion of MA school/training program or Certified/Registered Medical Assistant
- Tuberculosis (TB) screening program participation required
- Patient-facing role
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (pass proficiency exam)
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Attention to detail
- Computer literacy
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave)
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Many other opportunities
Pay
$43,000 - $56,200 per year
Schedule
Weekly Hours: 40