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Medical Assistant

Vitalsearchgroup
Lafayette, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/23/2026

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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