Medical Assistant 2-Surgeons Group of Baton Rouge

The Medical Assistant 2 assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, obtains vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients' electronic medical record. Will serve as a preceptor for clinical staff and be a mentor for new staff. May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens or swabs obtained for laboratory analysis. Coordinates patient flow, schedules appointments, procedures, tests and referrals. Serves as the subject matter expert for the electronic medical record documentation and clinical processes. Coordinates regulatory and compliance needs of the clinic. Works under close supervision of the physician and clinic manager.

 

 

Experience, Education, Training, Special Skills, and Licensure:

• 3 years of experience as a medical assistant
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program, or 2 years additional medical assistant experience in lieu of education
• Computer literate; skilled in use of Microsoft outlook, electronic health records and other software programs.
• BLS Certification