About the role

The Sleep Disorder Center of Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurse practitioners in delivering high-quality care to patients with sleep-related health concerns. The role focuses on patient evaluations, documentation, and communication within a supportive team environment.

Skills

Patient evaluations Medication history documentation Vital signs Medical history intake Prescription refills Communication skills Interpersonal skills Basic Life Support BLS Teamwork

Full job details

Medical Assistant – Full-Time

Location: Sleep Disorder Center of Louisiana- Lake Charles
Website: https://www.sleepdisordercenterofla.com
Compensation: $17- $18 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time

Position Summary:

The Sleep Disorder Center of Louisiana is seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Assistant (MA) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting our physicians and nurse practitioners in delivering high-quality care to patients with sleep-related health concerns.

Key Responsibilities:

Complete initial patient evaluations, documenting:
- Medication history
- Medical, surgical, family, and social history
Update patient information as needed
Make, receive, and handle medically related phone calls as directed by the physician and/or nurse practitioner
Call in prescription refills to pharmacies within 24 hours of patient request
Answer and return all patient and/or family calls in a timely and professional manner

Qualifications:

Experience: 3–5 years working as a Medical Assistant in a physician's office
Certification: MA certification preferred, but not required
Required: Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Skills:
- Proficient in taking vital signs and conducting medical history intake
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented and adaptable to changing situations and new tasks

Why Join Us?

At the Sleep Disorder Center of Louisiana, we are committed to improving the lives of our patients through compassionate, expert care. Join a supportive team where your skills and dedication make a real difference.