Certified Medical Assistant

Job overview

The Certified Medical Assistant role is onsite in Lake Charles, LA. Compensation is not specified. The position supports clinical operations at the Center for Orthopaedics. Working under physician supervision and with the healthcare team, the assistant supports patient care, clinic flow, and patient safety. The role combines clinical assistance, documentation, patient communication, and administrative support.

What you'll do

• Assist physicians with procedures, treatments, and examinations
• use aseptic and infection-control practices
• maintain accurate chart entries
• support surgery scheduling and consent forms
• observe and report patient conditions
• return patient calls
• handle specimens
• respond to emergencies according to clinic guidelines
• provide patient education
• maintain exam-room supplies
• schedule appointments
• and notify patients of test results.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

certified medical assistant

orthopaedics

patient care

clinical operations

physician support

patient scheduling

electronic medical records

lake charles la

center for orthopaedics

medical assistant certification

infection control

patient education

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification is required; previous medical office and electronic medical record experience are preferred but not required.

About the employer

Center for Orthopaedics is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.