Medical Assistant for Established ENT Practice

ENT practice in Metairie, LA is seeking a motivated and versatile applicant to provide clinical support in a Medical Assistant role as well as the ability to handle a subset of medical office clerical duties, including answering calls and scheduling appointments. This position may require the applicant to cross-cover in a receptionist capacity, when necessary. The ideal applicant would have the knowledge to conduct an efficient patient flow from arrival through to departure; perform various clerical and clinical duties; as well as interface with clinic personnel, patients/visitors, and fellow employees to ensure positive relationships and quality care. Applicant should have a willingness and aptitude to utilize Athenahealth (EHR) to complete daily work. Day-to-day activities include, but are not limited to, the essential functions listed below:

Essential Functions

• Answering incoming telephone calls with a cordial, professional and knowledgeable approach; handle applicable patient concerns as appropriate or triage to appropriate staff.
• Ability to schedule patient appointments and scanning/routing documents as necessary.
• Medical Assistant duties, for example, prepping exam and procedure rooms, rooming patients, noting medical histories and patient information, assisting in procedures with the physician, and cleaning rooms and instruments.
• Must have excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work multiple stations, if necessary.

Education, Training, and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required. Having completed a certified Medical Assistant program is desired but not required. Minimum of 2 years’ medical office experience, preferred but not required. Must be willing and able to exceed expectations for both productivity and quality standards. Requires the ability to organize and prioritize day-to-day tasks in order to keep work assignments current. Must be a self-starter and dependable. Must have proficient computer and typing skills.

Job Type: Full-time.

Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with lunch break. Full-time employees that excel and remain with the practice through the probationary period are able to take part in a rotating Friday schedule in which employees work alternating full and half-day Friday schedules, all while receiving full-day wages.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Free parking
• On-the-job training
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Medical Specialty:

• Otolaryngology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15