Medical Assistant jobs in Shreveport, LA
Medical Assistant assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information to patients' medical records. Being a Medical Assistant prepares treatment rooms for the examination of patients. May draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Additionally, Medical Assistant may perform administrative duties such as ordering supplies, answering the phone, and scheduling appointments. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RCA) certification. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Medical Assistant works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Medical Assistant typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Medical Assistant
- North Caddo Medical Center
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Shreveport, LA
FULL_TIME
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Certified Medical Assistant provides nursing care to patient’s in the physician offices under the supervision of the Clinic Physician. The supervising physician delineates the privileges and duties through skill assessment. They will assess the health status of assigned patients and collaborates with the nursing staff and the Physician to establish a basis for patient care. Contributes to the planning of nursing interventions, administers medications and treatments in accordance with policy and under the direct, supervision of the clinic physician/provider, documents and communicates changes in patient condition to other members of the health care team. Provides information regarding disease process and diagnostic procedures. Assists in scheduling referrals, appointments and consults. Participates in staff development; continuing education programs and performance improvement and quality checks. Consistently demonstrates a positive attitude and quality of work that promotes consistent customer centered services. Respects patient’s right to privacy. Adapts care to the patient’s level of development/age specific needs. Assumes responsibility for own continuing education. The Certified Medical Assistant must follow hospital/clinic policy and procedures. Additional job duties or functions, not related to their department, may be requested per administration to assist in other areas of the hospital within their capabilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate from an approved medical assistant program. Basic Life Support (BLS) is mandatory.
Job Knowledge:
Understands use and limitations of equipment
Familiar with standard methods and techniques
Possess critical thinking skills, decisive judgment
Capable of collecting, receiving, processing, testing, and storing specimens
Setup and adjustment of equipment
Basic knowledge of specialty areas in the hospital
Basic knowledge of regulations
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Administration and Physicians.
PERFORMANCE POLICY:
The first three months of employment is the trial employment period. During this time, an employee or the employer may for any reason terminate employment with NCMC without retribution. If the job performance evaluation is found to be of high quality after the three month trial employment period, employment with NCMC will continue. Thereafter, employees will be evaluated annually. The evaluation of employees will encompass the following areas as related to their function and/or their job in the hospital:
Knowledge Accuracy Judgment Innovation Appearance Orderliness
Courtesy Cooperation Initiative Reliability Perseverance Attendance Alertness Maintenance Troubleshooting
Record Keeping Competence Habits
Confidentiality Universal Precaution
All employees must adhere to NCMC Customer Service Standards. Areas of strengths and weaknesses will be evaluated and the employee will be offered the opportunity to comment on the evaluation.
The LPN will also be able to perform the following:
Physical Demands:
Standing (Total Work Day) ____0-2 hours ____2-4 hours ____4-6 hours ____6-8 hours
Walking (Total Work Day) ____0-2 hours ____2-4 hours ____4-6 hours ____6-8 hours
Sitting (Total Work Day) ____0-2 hours ____2-4 hours ____4-6 hours ____6-8 hours
Driving (Total Work Day) ____0-2 hours ____2-4 hours ____4-6 hours ____6-8 hours
Weight/Force
____ Sedentary Work – ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force (lift/carry/push/pull Occasionally (0-33% of workday) and the ability to exert a negligible amount of force frequently (34-66% of workday) or constantly (67 -100% of workday).
____ Sedentary – Light Work – ability to exert 15 pounds occasionally, less than 10 pounds frequently and less than 10 pounds constantly.
_______Light Work – ability to exert 20 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, less than 10 pounds constantly.
____ Light – Medium Work – ability to exert 35 pounds of force occasionally, 15 pounds frequently and 10 pounds constantly.
____ Medium Work – ability to exert 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds. Frequently and 10 pounds constantly.
____ Medium-Heavy Work – ability to exert 75 pounds of force occasionally, 35 pounds frequently and 15 pounds constantly.
____ Heavy Work – ability to exert 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently and less than 20 pounds constantly.
Occasionally Frequently Constantly
Work Day: 0-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Bending/Stooping ______ ______ ______
Squatting ______ ______ ______
Kneeling ______ ______ ______
Reaching ______ ______ ______
Reaching (Overhead) ______ ______ ______
Climbing (stairs) ______ ______ ______
Climbing (ladders) ______ ______ ______
Other _____________ ______ ______ ______
May use hands for repetitive:
Simple Grasping ______ ______ ______
Fine Manipulation
(Typing/Data Entry) ______ ______ ______
Forceful Gripping ______ ______ ______
May use feet for repetitive
movement as in operating
foot control: ______ ______ ______
Mental:
Must be able to promote harmonious relationships among staff, visitors, patients, and physicians
Must conduct self in a professional manner at all times
Must accept assignments within job description
Must recognize/respect chain of command
Must not steal from staff, patients, visitors or the hospital.
Must control self emotionally and maintain a stable psyche
Be able to perform job skills
Must utilize safety precautions, protect and provide safety for the patient (bed low, rails up, call bell in reach)
Must have command of manual dexterity to work with instruments, needles, etc.
Sensory:
Must be able to see clearly (corrective wear acceptable)
Must be able to hear adequately (hearing aid acceptable)
Must be able to speak clearly for proper communication
Additional Job Specifications:
Exposure to hazards such as bleach, disinfectant, blood-borne pathogens (such as HIV, Hepatitis, viruses, bacteria and resistant bacteria), etc. - 2 Months Ago
Medical Assistant
- Willis - Knighton Health System
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Shreveport, LA
FULL_TIME
- Medical Assistant Location: WK Medical Center Department: Clinic - Coushatta Clinic Classification: Full-Time Shift: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Date Posted: 4/5/2024 Description: Willis Knighton is seeking a Med...
- 10 Days Ago
Medical Assistant
- CBS-ACT Center, LLC
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Shreveport, LA
FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Takes a lead role in coordinating and providing the team’s medication administration services Provides educat...
- 6 Days Ago
Medical Assistant
- P Grover Md Pa
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Center, TX
FULL_TIME
- Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Great Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team! As a Medical Assistant, you will be pre...
- 25 Days Ago
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
- MD Clinics LLC
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Minden, LA
FULL_TIME
- Job Description Role and Responsibilities (Duties include, but are not limited to the following) · Responsible for answering the phones and relaying messages, as necessary Schedule diagnostic test, su...
- 1 Month Ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant - Minden Physician Practices
- Minden Medical Center
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Minden, LA
FULL_TIME
- Minden Medical Center is looking for well-organized, energetic, Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical assistant for Minden Physicians Practices with the ability to work in a fast-paced environ...
- 20 Days Ago
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High earnings / low cost of living in Texas town of 100k people
- The Curare Group
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Shreveport, LA
- 25-physician group in Eastern Texas is looking to hire another Internal Medicine provider. This organization is located ...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Psych-Med Unit Certified Nurse Assistant - CNA Required
- UHS
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Shreveport, LA
- Responsibilities Brentwood Hospital is looking for a dynamic Certified Nurse Assistant for our Psych-Med Unit! If you ha...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Radiology Technologist - Orthopedic Surgery
- Christus Health
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Marshall, TX
- Description Summary: *** THIS IS A PRN POSITION*** Operates radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic X-ray films...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
PARAMEDIC
- LOUISIANA DOWNS INVESTMENT COMPANY LLC
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Bossier City, LA
- Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Protects company assets and provides a safe environment for our employees a...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Assistant Scheduler - Endoscopy Lab - Kings Hwy
- Ochsner LSU Health System
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Shreveport, LA
- We're about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Partnering with the LSU School of ...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Clinical Nurse Manager- RN REQUIRED*
- Healogics Llc.
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Marshall, TX
- The rewards at Healogics are immense, starting with the important work we do to change patients lives. We also understan...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant - Minden Physician Practices
- Minden Medical Center
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Minden, LA
- Minden Medical Center is looking for well-organized, energetic, Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical assistant ...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Nurse Practitioner - Advanced Practice Provider
- Oak Street Health
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Shreveport, LA
- Description Title:Nurse Practitioner - Advanced Practice Provider Location: Salary: $105,000-148,500* *Wider range avail...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Shreveport, Louisiana
Shreveport is located in Northwest Louisiana. It is the center of the Ark-La-Tex region where Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas meet. It is also part of the I-20 Cyber Corridor linking the tech-centered Dallas-Fort Worth, Shreveport-Bossier, Greater Monroe, and Greater Atlanta metropolitan areas together. The city of Shreveport is 188 miles from Dallas, 98 miles from Tyler, and 41 miles from Marshall, Texas; 215 miles from Little Rock and 73 miles from Texarkana, Arkansas; and 250 miles from the state capital of Baton Rouge, 99 miles from Monroe, 69 miles from Ruston, and 30 miles from Minden, Lo...
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Income Estimation for Medical Assistant jobs
$34,045 to $40,648
Shreveport, Louisiana area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
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