Medical Assistant Jobs in Louisiana
Medical Assistant jobs in Louisiana are open across New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette and other Louisiana metros, with employers like Ochsner Health, Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana, and CHRISTUS Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
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
Description
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
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Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Medical Assistant Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ochsner Health51
- Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana22
- CHRISTUS Health14
- LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans12
- Louisiana State University12
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services95
- Education30
- Consulting & Professional Services4
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical assistant jobs across Louisiana.
- Active CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification from an accredited program
- Proficiency with an electronic health record system such as Epic or Athenahealth
- Demonstrated clinical skills including phlebotomy, injections, and vital signs
- High school diploma or GED plus completion of an accredited medical assistant program
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification
- One or more years of clinical or ambulatory care experience in a patient-facing role
Medical Assistant Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many medical assistant jobs are there in Louisiana?
There are 161+ medical assistant openings in Louisiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette. New positions post regularly as employers across Louisiana hire.
How much do medical assistants make in Louisiana?
Medical assistants in Louisiana earn a median of about $36,320 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $28,970 for the lowest 10% to over $44,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Louisiana cities have the most medical assistant jobs?
New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette have the most medical assistant openings in Louisiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire medical assistants in Louisiana?
Employers hiring medical assistants in Louisiana include Ochsner Health, Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana, and CHRISTUS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote medical assistant jobs in Louisiana?
Yes. About 0% of medical assistant openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Louisiana metros.
How do I apply for medical assistant jobs in Louisiana?
You can apply to medical assistant jobs in Louisiana directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Louisiana location, then apply to each one that fits.
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