Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Clinic - Shreveport, LA
- BLS
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open medical assistant jobs in Louisiana post a median of $21.67 an hour, the middle half $19.03–$22.48, across 4 jobs that state their pay. Medical assistants employed in Louisiana earn a median of $17.46 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Summary
The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients; families; licensed personnel; insurance companies and third-party payers. Demonstrates a professional and caring manner.
Responsibilities
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care.
- Accurate Data Entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts.
- Insurance Verification and recording of Statistics.
- Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred.
Experience
- 1 year of medical office experience preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required.
- BLS required.
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
From CHRISTUS Health's job posting, checked Oct 28, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About CHRISTUS Health
CHRISTUS Health is a Catholic health system with hospitals and clinics in Texas, Louisiana and New Mexico.
Based in Irving, TXHires in Texas, Louisiana, New MexicoPay on its listings: 0.8% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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