Medical Assistant I

At CrescentCare, we bring caregivers and the community together as partners in health and wellness for all. Our experience builds on more than 40 years of impact through our founding organization, NO/AIDS Task Force. In 2014, we became a Federally Qualified Health Center to offer an expanded range of health and wellness services for anyone and everyone who is seeking healthcare services in Greater New Orleans and Southeastern Louisiana. 

Our Mission 

Strengthening our entire community through whole-person healthcare and education. 

POSITION SUMMARY (include key objectives, accomplishments or outcomes for the position): 

The Medical Assistant (MA) has duties and responsibilities related to patient care in the ambulatory clinic environment. The individual displays responsible behaviors, communicates effectively to others and functions as a member of the healthcare team. The MA functions under the direct supervision and authority of the provider when performing clinical tasks during patient care. The MA reports to the nursing supervisor, who is responsible for administrative supervision, staff development, and orientation of the MA to the area’s policies and procedures.     

RESPONSIBILITIES (The major functional areas Employees member is responsible for)  

• Quality patient care 

• Accurate, complete, and timely documentation 

• Inventory and medication management 

• Clinic environment management 

• Maintenance of examination room between patient appointments 

• Patient flow 

  POSITION REQUIREMENTS  

Education 

. The minimum education level required for the position is High School Diploma or GED, and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program, community college, and /or vocational school.  

• BLS required. 

• The minimum experiential level required for the position is 1 year in clinical setting.    

Other (licensure, certifications)  

  N/A 

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS   

• Extended periods of sitting required.  

• Work is primarily office based.  

• Some travel may be required. 

• May need to lift up to 25 pounds in equipment and supplies  

Total Compensation Package 

We believe the investment we make in our employees is among the most important. Our compensation package includes: 

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage options 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) 

• Employer-paid Dental 

• Employer-paid life insurance & AD&D 

• Employer-paid Wellness Program 

• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program 

• Employer-sponsored vision insurance 

• Employer-sponsored short-term disability insurance 

• Vacation time (accrue 10 days in first 12 months)  

• Sick time (accrue 8 days in first 12 months) 

• Eleven (11) paid holidays 

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match beginning in employee’s second year