Varied (United States of America)
Department:
300 - 795500 PPP - Physician AdministrationThe Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting all clinical activities and providers in the provision of medical services. This position must be willing and able to adapt to different medical specialties with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare patients for office visits (vitals, chief complaint, documentation in EMR)
• Assist with exams, medication administration, and point-of-care testing
• Coordinate referrals and gather info for medication pre-authorizations
• Maintain accurate patient records and follow HIPAA guidelines
• Restock exam rooms and manage clinical inventory
• Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and providers
Qualifications:
1. One (1) year of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred OR completion of a Medical Assistant or equivalent training program preferred.
2. Demonstrates basic efficiency in using electronic medical records, general computer technology, accurate typing, and proper grammar.
3. Basic medical terminology preferred.
Purpose of Clinic Resource Allocation Pool:
Terrebonne General Health System has been building a reputation based on quality and is a nationally recognized health care organization that provides state-of-the-art technology and advanced services.
Terrebonne General is a public, non-profit health care system consisting of a 321 licensed bed acute care facility complete with a range of services such as a Women’s Center, cancer care services, an outpatient surgery center, diagnostic imaging services, Women’s Diagnostic and Breast Imaging Center, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and emergency care services.
Terrebonne General takes pride in being the largest community-based hospital in the tri-parish area of Terrebonne, Lafourche and St. Mary parishes. The medical center serves as a major economic force for the community with a staff of over 1500 employees. In addition, the system currently has a medical staff of over 150 physicians offering a variety of specialties ranging from family practice to cardiovascular surgery.
Terrebonne General is accredited by Joint Commission, the national body that ensures that member hospitals meet established standards for quality of patient care. Terrebonne General is also a member of the Louisiana Hospital Association and is also a member of Premier, a purchasing organization of several hundred hospitals throughout the entire United States.
