Medical Office Assistant Certified

Job Overview

Medical Office Assistant Certified at Tulane University. Responsibilities include performing clinical, clerical, and administrative tasks such as triaging patients, recording vital signs, assisting providers, performing point‑of‑care testing, obtaining insurance authorizations, venipuncture, vaccine administration, answering phones, greeting patients, scheduling appointments, precertifying services, and maintaining stock and exam rooms. Acts as a floater between clerical and clinical staff.

• In-depth knowledge of good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations.
• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and patient‑centered atmosphere.
• Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations, including LGBTQ+ persons.

• Successful completion of a medical assistant program, military corpsman program, or Certified Nursing Assistant training program.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of clerical/administrative medical office experience.

• Ability to speak and write Spanish fluently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records.
• BLS Certification.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Higher Education
• Location:
  
  New Orleans, LA
• Salary: $13.90‑$19.83 per hour