Ochsner LSU Health
Certified Medical Assistant - Clinics - Monroe
Ochsner LSU Health, Shreveport, Louisiana, us, 71150
Certified Medical Assistant - Clinics - Monroe
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Certified Medical Assistant - Clinics - Monroe
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Ochsner LSU Health .
This position provides individualized medical care of assigned patients in person, electronically, and via telephone under the supervision of a licensed health‑care provider. It assists in the delivery of health‑care services to patients of various backgrounds and ages, maintaining positive relationships with patients and their families.
Clinic Types
OBGYN, Ophthalmology, Float, Peds, Neurology, Primary Care, Orthopedic, Children's Health, Cardiology, etc.
Education
High school diploma
Completion of a formal medical assistant training program.
Work Experience
Experience working with and maintaining confidential information, including experience in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
Certifications
Medical Assistant Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Clinical knowledge.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Job Duties
Supports the patient and provider throughout the patient visit.
Ensures the patient and provider are prepared for the visit.
Ensures the patient’s questions are answered prior to leaving; prepares room for next appointment.
Provides excellent patient service through effective communication both over the phone and in person.
Completes appropriate documentation including patient registration if necessary.
Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials through personal professional development.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Legal and Safety Statement Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
Additional Information Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on‑site.
Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for a remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Certified Medical Assistant - Clinics - Monroe
role at
Ochsner LSU Health .
This position provides individualized medical care of assigned patients in person, electronically, and via telephone under the supervision of a licensed health‑care provider. It assists in the delivery of health‑care services to patients of various backgrounds and ages, maintaining positive relationships with patients and their families.
Clinic Types
OBGYN, Ophthalmology, Float, Peds, Neurology, Primary Care, Orthopedic, Children's Health, Cardiology, etc.
Education
High school diploma
Completion of a formal medical assistant training program.
Work Experience
Experience working with and maintaining confidential information, including experience in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
Certifications
Medical Assistant Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Clinical knowledge.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Job Duties
Supports the patient and provider throughout the patient visit.
Ensures the patient and provider are prepared for the visit.
Ensures the patient’s questions are answered prior to leaving; prepares room for next appointment.
Provides excellent patient service through effective communication both over the phone and in person.
Completes appropriate documentation including patient registration if necessary.
Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials through personal professional development.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Legal and Safety Statement Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
Additional Information Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on‑site.
Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for a remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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