Medical Assistant at EXCELth INCORPORATED – New Orleans, Louisiana

Assist Nurse Practitioner's, Physicians and Nurses in the care of patients who present with a range of chronic and acute medical conditions. Schedules appointments, verifies insurance, Triage patients take vital signs and weigh patients. Records in the Electronic Health Record pertinent health history, presenting complaint and allergies. Reconcile Administers screenings such as the PHQ9. Collects financial information through Household Assessments. Collects fees and make bank deposits. Assist behavioral health providers in the care and management of patients. Makes and tracts referrals and follow up appointments. Answer phone calls and assist patients in taking care of their needs. Handles clinical and administrative duties as required

Requirements
* At least one (1) year experience in clinical and/Behavioral Health setting.

Benefits
* COMPANY PROVIDED SHARED COST OF HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS FOR EMPLOYEE ONLY (MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION).
* SHARED COST OF LIFE INSURANCE PLAN FOR EMPLOYEE ONLY.
* SHARED COST OF RETIREMENT PLAN
* ANNUAL LEAVE AND SICK LEAVE ACCRUED BIWEEKLY

Education
* HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT (GED)
* TRAINING FROM A STATE-APPROVED SCHOOL OR CERTIFICATION AS A MEDICAL ASSISTANT.
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Experience:
EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
Vital signs: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Preferred)
Certified Medical Assistant (Required)