Medical Assistant
Willis Knighton Health · Louisiana, United States · 4 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
Willis Knighton Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Cardiology Clinic on the WKMC campus.
About the role
The Medical Assistant will provide nursing care to patients in the physician offices under the supervision of the clinical physician.
Responsibilities
- Assess the health status of patients and collaborate with the nursing staff and physician to establish care procedures
- Contribute to the planning of appropriate nursing interventions
- Medication administration for oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, or intradermal
- Assist patients with activities of daily living
- Document patient assessment
- Communicate pertinent information regarding patient condition to other members of the health care team
- Provide information to patient/family regarding disease process or diagnostic procedures
Requirements
- Louisiana license (required)
- Previous cardiac experience (preferred)
The applicant selected for this position will be required to attend a hospital-wide orientation as well as a department orientation upon hire.
Schedule
Full-Time, Day, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM