CMA Jobs in Louisiana

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a critical role in the nursing industry by providing both clinical and administrative assistance to healthcare professionals. They perform a wide range of tasks including recording patient history, preparing patients for examinations, drawing blood, administering medications, and ensuring the cleanliness of examination rooms. In addition, they handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing. For this reason, they are indispensable in ensuring the smooth running of healthcare facilities like hospitals and clinics.

To become a CMA, one must have graduated from an accredited medical assisting program, passed the CMA Certification Examination, and maintain their certification with continuing education. Important skills for a CMA include strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, technical skills, and a good understanding of medical terminology. Prior to becoming a CMA, an individual might have roles such as a medical secretary, a nursing assistant, or a phlebotomist; these positions provide valuable experience in both the administrative and clinical aspects of healthcare.

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Medical Assistant-Certified - LGMD Float Pool - Full Time

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 hours ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award...

Medical Assistant (Certified)

  • Ruston, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Ruston, LA
  • 3 days ago

Back to all jobs Medical Assistant (Certified) Ruston, LA, USA Hourly Full Time Responsible for the delivery of patient care by applying skills and techniques common to the practice of medical assistants...

Certified Medical Assistant-Gonzales Urgent Care

  • Gonzales, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Gonzales, LA
  • 3 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Certified Medical Assistant/Scribe

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

Med House Calls is currently hiring a reliable Certified Medical AssistantScribe for Baton Rouge LA Our Medical AssistantScribe works directly with healthcare staff assists with patient visits and...

Certified Medical Assistant- Brees Center Clinic - Howell Place Baton Rouge

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Certified Medical Assistant

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 6 days ago

Certified Medical Assistant needed Join our Patient Care Team and Find your Joyful purpose at work Homedica is currently hiring a reliable Certified Medical Assistant for Lafayette LA Our Medical...

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Certified Medical Assistant Float

  • Thibodaux, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Thibodaux, LA
  • 6 days ago

Medical Assistant )certified through American Medical Technologists (AMT), CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) certified through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), or NCMA (National...

Hyperbaric Technician (RT, CNA, EMT, or CMA) - F/T Days Covington LTACH

  • Covington, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 7 days ago

Medical Assistant (CMA), with a minimum of one year of experience....

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Certified Medical Assistant

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago

Certified Medical Assistant JOB DESCRIPTION Certified Medical Assistant Position! Snelling Staffing has an opening for a Certified Medical Assistant with a clinic that has been local to the Baton...

Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatric Primary Care - New Orleans Region

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 21 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 21 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Certified Medical Assistant - Pulmonary (PRN)

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 25 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 25 days ago

Williams - Pulmonary - 501 Dr Michael DeBakey Drive Dr. e Williams - Pulmonary This position is: PRN Position Location: Lake Charles, LA JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)...

Certified Medical Assistant OB-GYN-Covington

  • Covington, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Your job is more than a job WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that...

Certified Medical Assistant--Primary Care--Northshore

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Your job is more than a job WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that...

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Salary for CMA Jobs in Louisiana

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Highest Education Level

CMAs in Louisiana offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.1%
Associate's Degree
23.4%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
High School or GED
16.9%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CMAs in Louisiana
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%


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