MEDICAL ASSISTANT - OB/GYN CLINIC - BAPTIST FULL TIME
Company: Ochsner Health System
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: October 15, 2024
Job Description:
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 provides
individualized, medical care of assigned patients in person,
electronically and via telephone under the supervision of a
licensed health care provider. Assists in the delivery of health
care services to patients of diverse backgrounds and age and
maintains positive relationships with patients and their families.
Works effectively with fellow employees to ensure the efficient
flow of patients throughout their visit, providing support to them
as well as to the attending physician. Communicates via phone to
ensure patient needs are met timely and accurately. Accesses
company's data systems to document pertinent medical information.
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 Preferred -
Completion of a formal medical assistant training program. Work
Experience Required - Experience working with and maintaining
confidential information including experience working in a
fast-paced environment with minimal supervision Certifications
Preferred - 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. The above statements
describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an
exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and
skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at
any time. 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
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. 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. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or
more of the time) 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. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply
Today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant
until they have formally applied to the open position on this
careers website. Individuals who reside in and will work from the
following areas are not eligible for remote work position:
Colorado, California, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, and
Washington D.C. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site
accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding
the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation
to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee
Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1)
orcareers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for
accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the
status of applications. We are proud to be an Equal Employment
Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to
the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a
workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color,
creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions,
national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical
condition, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship
status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation,
gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information,
political affiliation, unemployment status, or any other
characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local
law. These protections extend to applicants and all employment
related decisions. View theEEO is the Law posterand itssupplement,
as well as thepay transparency policyfor more information.
Affirmative Action Policy Statement
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