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PAR/Medical Assistant - Urgent Care, Lakeview - New Orleans Louisiana
Company: Ochsner Clinic Foundation Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Posted On: 05/01/2024
We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andinnovate.Webelieve that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job performs appointment scheduling and medical assistant functions within a clinic setting. Provides individualized, direct patient care of assigned patients under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider and assists in the implementation of the delivery of health care services. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Education Required -High school diploma or equivalent Preferred - Completion of a Medical Assistant training program Work Experience Preferred -Relatedexperience in a clinic or medical office setting Certifications Required -Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association Preferred - Certification in Healthcare Access Manager (CHAM), Certification in Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA), Certification as a Medical Assistant (or other medical specialty-based certification) Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Skills to effectively present information and respond to questions from patients and customers, with proficiency.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in handling/escalating difficult situations. Job Duties
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