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Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Vitalsearchgroup • Lafayette, Louisiana, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Medical Assistant – Private Practice

A small private medical practice is seeking a dependable and compassionate Medical Assistant to support patient care, clinical workflows, and day-to-day office operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with patients, providers, and a supportive healthcare team in a professional, patient-centered environment.

The Medical Assistant will assist with rooming patients, taking vitals, documenting information, supporting procedures, coordinating care, and helping ensure the practice runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greet and room patients in a friendly, professional manner
  • Take and record vital signs, patient history, medications, and reason for visit
  • Assist providers with exams, procedures, and routine clinical tasks
  • Prepare exam rooms and ensure supplies are stocked and organized
  • Perform basic clinical duties such as injections, specimen collection, EKGs, or point-of-care testing, as assigned and within scope
  • Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record
  • Communicate with patients regarding follow-up instructions, referrals, prescriptions, and basic care coordination
  • Answer patient questions within scope and escalate clinical concerns to the provider or appropriate team member
  • Support front office tasks as needed, including scheduling, phone calls, insurance updates, and patient communication
  • Maintain cleanliness, safety, infection control, and HIPAA compliance standards
  • Help create a welcoming and efficient patient experience in a small practice setting

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Medical Assistant certification or completion of a Medical Assistant program preferred
  • Active HIPAA compliance / training credential required
  • Previous experience in a medical office, clinic, urgent care, or private practice preferred
  • Strong communication and patient service skills
  • Ability to accurately document patient information and follow clinical workflows
  • Comfortable using electronic medical records and basic office technology
  • Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Professional, compassionate, and team-oriented approach

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in a small private practice or outpatient clinic
  • Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, or equivalent credential
  • Experience with injections, phlebotomy, EKGs, vitals, and point-of-care testing
  • Familiarity with referrals, prior authorizations, prescription support, or patient follow-up
  • Bilingual skills are a plus

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience
  • Supportive small-practice environment
  • Consistent patient-centered workflow
  • Opportunities to expand clinical and administrative skills
  • Professional and collaborative team culture

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a reliable and compassionate Medical Assistant who enjoys building relationships with patients and helping a small practice operate efficiently. This person should be comfortable balancing clinical and administrative responsibilities, communicating clearly with patients and providers, and maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

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