Medical Assistant Jobs in Spokane, LA

About The Position

Requirements

• Education equivalent to completion of four years of high school, plus specialized courses and training.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program or equivalent medical office practice experience.
• BLS certification is required.
• National third-party certification, such as AMCA, AAMA, AMT, CCMA (NHA certification), or NCMA (NCCT certification), is required within 13 months of hire for a non-certified Medical Assistant.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for an exemption for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement electing exemption once hired.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and/or health-related computer software.
• One year of medical assisting work experience.
• Fluency in a language other than English and medical interpreting experience.
• Other certifications based on practice specialty.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assisting duties for assigned Southcoast Physicians Group medical offices under the direction of the Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or designee and under the Medical Assistant Group Supervisory Agreement.
• Support providers, nurses, clinic team members, patients, and families in delivering patient care and treatment.
• Assist providers with patient care and procedures.
• Facilitate efficient patient flow through the clinic or medical office.
• As assigned, communicate with patients by telephone about test results, surgery schedules, procedures, and appropriate counsel and follow-up under a designated supervisor’s direction.
• Use an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and related software to access or update patient information, as appropriate.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• May provide medical interpretation in a language other than English for the practice office.

Benefits

• $3,500 new-hire sign-on bonus; eligible rehires must have been separated for more than one year.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off package.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance and federal loan forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.