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Medical Administrative Assistant Jobs in Louisiana

1420+ job openings • $37800 average salary • 6-8% job growth

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1420+

Annual Job Openings

$37800

Median Salary

6-8%

Annual Growth Rate

$0

Cost to Train

6-8

Weeks to Complete

Why Get Trained Before Applying for Louisiana Jobs?

6-8 weeks

Faster hiring: Trained candidates are interview-ready.

+$2-4k

Higher salary: Certification adds $2,000-$4,000 to starting salary.

3x better

Job offers: Certified candidates receive 3x more job offers.

Train first (free), then apply to Louisiana openings—and get hired faster.

Medical Administrative Assistant Job Market in Louisiana

Why Louisiana is Hiring

New Orleans and Baton Rouge anchor Louisiana's healthcare market. Ochsner Health is the dominant statewide employer. LCMC Health leads New Orleans. LSU and Tulane provide academic medicine. Bilingual French/Spanish skills valued in some regions.

Top Job Markets

[{"region": "New Orleans Metro", "openings": "540+", "percentage": "36-40%"}, {"region": "Baton Rouge Area", "openings": "340+", "percentage": "22-26%"}, {"region": "Shreveport/Bossier", "openings": "180+", "percentage": "12-14%"}, {"region": "Lafayette Area", "openings": "140+", "percentage": "9-11%"}]

MAA Salary in Louisiana

Salary by Experience Level

Entry-Level (Year 0-1)

$28000

Mid-Level (Year 1-3)

$36000

Senior (Year 3+)

$46000

What Affects Your Salary

Location (New Orleans 10-15% above rural), employer (Ochsner, LCMC pay premium), bilingual skills (French Cajun, Spanish add value), certifications (add $2,000-$3,500).

Top 10 MAA Employers in Louisiana

Top 10 employers hiring MAAs in Louisiana account for 70% of all openings:

#1. Ochsner Health

220

Locations: New Orleans, Baton Rouge, statewide - 46 hospitals

Address: 1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121

Phone: (504) 842-3000

Louisiana's largest health system with 46 hospitals. Forbes top employer with exceptional benefits.

💡 Largest Louisiana system, statewide presence, excellent benefits, career paths.

#2. LCMC Health

140

Locations: New Orleans metro - 10 hospitals

Address: 200 Henry Clay Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118

Phone: (504) 899-9511

New Orleans' locally-owned health system. Includes Children's Hospital, Touro, University Medical Center.

💡 New Orleans focused, locally owned, diverse facilities, community commitment.

#3. Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

95

Locations: Baton Rouge

Address: 5000 Hennessy Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Phone: (225) 765-6565

Baton Rouge's largest hospital. Part of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System.

💡 Baton Rouge leader, faith-based mission, comprehensive benefits, career growth.

#4. LSU Health

75

Locations: New Orleans, Shreveport

Address: 433 Bolivar Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

Phone: (504) 568-4808

Louisiana State University's academic health system. State employee benefits with research focus.

💡 State benefits, academic prestige, research environment, LSU affiliation.

#5. Willis-Knighton Health System

70

Locations: Shreveport, Bossier City, Northwest Louisiana

Address: 2600 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA 71103

Phone: (318) 212-4000

Northwest Louisiana's largest health system. Regional leader with strong community roots.

💡 Northwest LA leader, comprehensive benefits, regional hub, community focus.

#6. Christus Health Louisiana

65

Locations: Shreveport, Alexandria, Lake Charles

Address: 1453 E. Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71105

Phone: (318) 681-5000

Part of CHRISTUS Health national network. Catholic healthcare across Louisiana.

💡 National network, faith-based mission, multiple locations, comprehensive benefits.

#7. Tulane Medical Center

50

Locations: New Orleans

Address: 1415 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70112

Phone: (504) 988-5263

Tulane University's teaching hospital. Academic medicine with research opportunities.

💡 Academic prestige, Tulane affiliation, research focus, New Orleans location.

#8. Lafayette General Health

55

Locations: Lafayette, Acadiana region

Address: 1214 Coolidge Boulevard, Lafayette, LA 70503

Phone: (337) 289-7991

Acadiana's leading health system. Now part of Ochsner network with expanded resources.

💡 Acadiana hub, Ochsner network, Cajun Country culture, comprehensive benefits.

#9. Baton Rouge General Medical Center

45

Locations: Baton Rouge

Address: 3600 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Phone: (225) 387-7000

Part of General Health System. Community hospital serving Baton Rouge for over 100 years.

💡 Historic Baton Rouge presence, community focus, comprehensive benefits.

#10. Terrebonne General Medical Center

30

Locations: Houma, Bayou Region

Address: 8166 Main Street, Houma, LA 70360

Phone: (985) 873-4141

Bayou Region's community hospital. Serving Terrebonne Parish and surrounding areas.

💡 Bayou community, regional hospital, Cajun culture, comprehensive benefits.

Success Stories: Louisiana MAA Graduates

Danielle P.

Patient Services Coordinator • New Orleans, Louisiana

"Ochsner Health is everywhere in Louisiana, which gave me options. EHIRED certification was exactly what they wanted. New Orleans culture is incredible - food, music, festivals all year."

✓ Started at Ochsner earning $36K. Love the NOLA lifestyle with stable healthcare career.

Marcus L.

Medical Office Administrator • Baton Rouge, Louisiana

"Our Lady of the Lake is Baton Rouge's top hospital. EHIRED prepared me perfectly for their interview. LSU games, great food, affordable living - what's not to love?"

✓ Hired at Our Lady of the Lake earning $33K. Living well in Louisiana's capital.

MAA Career Progression in Louisiana

Year 0-1: Entry-Level MAA

$28000

Build foundational skills. Learn scheduling, EHR systems, billing basics.

Year 1-3: MAA (Experienced)

$36000

Independent coordination, billing mastery, EHR expertise.

Year 3-5: Senior MAA / Lead

$46000

Team leadership, training responsibilities, specialized functions.

Year 5+: Office Manager

$50,000-$65,000+

Full practice management, multi-site coordination.

Don't Wait—Start Your MAA Career in Louisiana Today

1,420+ job openings with Southern affordability and unique culture. In 6-8 weeks you'll have certification. Within 3-6 months you could be employed at Ochsner, LCMC, or Our Lady of the Lake earning $28K-$44K+.

In 6-8 Weeks You'll Have:

  • ✓ Industry-aligned MAA certification
  • ✓ Medical billing & EHR competencies
  • ✓ Louisiana job market resources
  • ✓ Confidence to interview & hire

Within 3-6 Months You Could Be:

  • ✓ Employed at a top Louisiana healthcare facility
  • ✓ Earning $28000 annually
  • ✓ On a clear career advancement path
  • ✓ Building a stable healthcare career

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Frequently Asked Questions: MAA Jobs in Louisiana

Top 5 questions Louisiana MAA job seekers ask most:

Q1: How affordable is Louisiana compared to other states?

Very affordable. Louisiana cost of living is 10% below national average. A $38,000 Louisiana salary equals roughly $43,000-$45,000 purchasing power in average metros. Housing especially affordable outside New Orleans.

Q2: Is Ochsner Health hard to get into?

Ochsner is competitive but actively hiring 220+ MAAs annually. As Louisiana's largest system with 46 hospitals, opportunities are abundant. Certification significantly improves chances.

Q3: What's the difference between New Orleans and Baton Rouge markets?

New Orleans has Ochsner and LCMC dominating, with unique culture. Baton Rouge centers on Our Lady of the Lake and General Health. New Orleans pays slightly higher; Baton Rouge is more affordable.

Q4: Are bilingual skills valuable in Louisiana?

Yes, in certain areas. Cajun French is valued in Acadiana (Lafayette area). Spanish is valuable statewide. Vietnamese is helpful in New Orleans. Bilingual abilities can add $1,500-$3,000 to salary.

Q5: What does EHIRED certification prepare me for?

EHIRED certification covers essential MAA competencies: medical terminology, EHR systems (Epic, Cerner), insurance verification, billing basics, HIPAA compliance, and professional communication. The curriculum aligns with industry standards and prepares you for entry-level healthcare administrative roles.

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