Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant provides individualized, medical care of assigned patients in person, electronically and via telephone, as needed, under the supervision of a licensed health care provider. The MA assists in the delivery of health care services to patients of diverse backgrounds and age and must be able to maintain positive relationships with patients and their families. The MA must also work effectively with fellow Ochsner employees to ensure the efficient flow of patients throughout their visit, providing support to them as well as to the attending Physician. The MA communicates via phone to ensure patient needs are met timely and accurately. The MA uses Ochsner data systems to document pertinent medical information.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

1. Supports the patient and provider throughout the patient visit

2. Ensures the patient and provider are prepared for the visit

3. Ensures the patient’s questions are answered prior to leaving; prepares room for next appointment

4. Provides excellent patient service through effective communication both over the phone and in person

5. Completes appropriate documentation including patient registration if necessary

6. Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials through personal professional development

7. Provides training and support to other Medical Assistants

WHAT WE SEEK

High School diploma or equivalent
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
Two years of related experience OR one year of experience with Medical Assistant Certification
Basic computer skills
Experience working with and maintaining confidential information
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Effective communication skills both verbal and written
Strong interpersonal / customer service skills
Experience in an ambulatory setting
Experience taking vital signs
Knowledge of medical terminology
Good organizational skills

WHERE YOU’LL WORK

Nestled in the heart of uptown New Orleans, Ochsner Baptist dates back to 1926 and has proudly served generations of families throughout area. Ochsner Baptist, distinguished by quality care, excellence in specialty care and high patient satisfaction scores, has a full-service Emergency Department and guarantees a doctor will see a patient within 30 minutes. This fully accredited acute care facility includes services such as cardiology, orthopedics, intensive care, imaging center, laser vision center and more. In early 2013, Ochsner Baptist was transformed into our primary Women’s Services hospital in the New Orleans area.

WHAT WE OFFER

Ochsner offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to accommodate the diverse needs of its employees.

WHO WE ARE

Ochsner Health System is Louisiana’s largest non-profit, academic, healthcare system. Driven by a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate, coordinated clinical and hospital patient care is provided across the region by Ochsner’s 28 owned, managed and affiliated hospitals and more than 60 health centers. Ochsner is the only Louisiana hospital recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” across six specialty categories caring for patients from all 50 states and more than 99 countries worldwide each year. Ochsner employs more than 17,000 employees, over 1,000 physicians in over 90 medical specialties and subspecialties and conducts more than 900 clinical research studies.

ARE YOU READY TO TAKE A STEP AND JOIN OUR MISSION TO SERVE, HEAL, LEAD, EDUCATE, AND INNOVATE?

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Primary Location

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LOUISIANA-New Orleans Region-New Orleans

Shift

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Day Job