Medical Assistant - Adult Gastroenterology Baton Rouge

FMOLHS

Baton Rouge, LA, United States
Patient examination and treatment
Obtain vital signs
Record patient information
The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician, obtaining vital signs and recording information on patients' charts

Job Summary

  • The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician, obtaining vital signs and recording information on patients' charts.
  • Responsibilities include coordinating patient flow, scheduling appointments, procedures, tests, and referrals, and potentially triaging phone calls and communicating with patients and their families.
  • The role involves assisting with regulatory and compliance needs of the clinic, working under the close supervision of the physician and clinic manager.

Matching Summary

The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician, obtaining vital signs and recording information on patients' charts.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • patient examination and treatment
  • obtain vital signs
  • record patient information
  • draw and collect blood samples
  • prepare specimens for analysis
  • coordinate patient flow
  • schedule appointments and procedures

Nice-to-have

  • assist with regulatory compliance
  • triage phone calls
  • communicate with patients and families
  • quality improvement initiatives
  • continuing education and professional development

Key Requirements

  • Completion of a medical assistant program
  • 1 year experience in a clinical capacity
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • BLS Required

Work Rights

Not specified

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