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Medical Administrative Assistant Training in Louisiana

Master the business side of healthcare with free, self-paced MAA training. Louisiana has 2,800+ job openings with $40K average salary—11% below national national average.

2,800+
Job Openings
$40K
Avg Salary
9%
Job Growth
$0
Training Cost
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What Medical Administrative Assistants Do

MAAs are the organizational backbone of healthcare facilities in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Metairie, Kenner and throughout Louisiana, managing the essential administrative functions that keep medical offices running smoothly.

Scheduling & Coordination

Manage patient appointments, coordinate with healthcare providers, and ensure efficient patient flow throughout Louisiana medical facilities.

Insurance & Billing

Verify insurance coverage, process claims, and handle billing inquiries for patients at healthcare facilities across Louisiana.

Medical Records

Maintain electronic health records (EHR), ensure HIPAA compliance, and manage confidential patient information securely.

Who This Training Is For

Our free MAA training program is designed for anyone ready to start a healthcare career in Louisiana—no prior experience required.

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Recent Graduates

Start your career in healthcare without additional student debt. Perfect entry point for high school and college graduates in Louisiana.

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Career Changers

Your customer service, administrative, or organizational skills transfer directly to healthcare. Many MAAs in Louisiana started in other fields.

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Parents Returning to Work

Flexible, self-paced training fits around family schedules. Many Louisiana healthcare facilities offer family-friendly hours and benefits.

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Veterans

Military administrative and medical experience provides a strong foundation. Many Louisiana healthcare employers actively recruit veterans.

Why Louisiana for MAA Careers

Louisiana has two major health systems—Ochsner Health and LCMC Health—that together employ over 60000+ people. with access to New Orleans and Baton Rouge healthcare markets

130+
Hospitals Statewide

Many MAAs in Louisiana's major cities started in other fields Louisiana

$40K
Average MAA Salary

Louisiana MAA salaries are 9% below national average. New Orleans and Baton Rouge pay higher wages while smaller cities offer very affordable living.

9%
Annual Job Growth

Louisiana is home to major healthcare systems and growing medical facilities, creating diverse career opportunities.

What You'll Learn

Our comprehensive curriculum prepares you for MAA positions at healthcare facilities throughout Louisiana, from New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Metairie, Kenner.

Administrative Skills

  • Patient scheduling and appointment management
  • Insurance verification and prior authorization
  • Medical billing and coding fundamentals
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
  • Professional communication and patient relations

Technical & Compliance

  • Medical terminology and anatomy basics
  • HIPAA privacy and security regulations
  • Healthcare office software and technology
  • Louisiana-specific healthcare regulations
  • Quality assurance and documentation standards

AMCA Certification Aligned

This training program aligns with and prepares you for the AMCA Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC). The American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is a nationally recognized certifying body for healthcare professionals. Upon completing this training, you'll be prepared to sit for the MAAC exam and earn your national certification.

Your Career Path in Louisiana

Louisiana's two major health systems offer exceptional advancement paths, with mobility across dozens of facilities. with access to New Orleans and Baton Rouge healthcare markets

ENTRY LEVEL

Medical Administrative Assistant

$40K
$40K - $58K
MID-LEVEL (2-4 YEARS)

Medical Office Manager

$60K
$50K - $72K
ADVANCED (5+ YEARS)

Healthcare Administrator

$85K
$70K - $105K

Where MAAs Work in Louisiana

Medical Administrative Assistants are employed across diverse healthcare settings throughout New Orleans metro, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Lake Charles.

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Hospitals

Louisiana's 130+ hospitals hire continuously. Ochsner (11 hospitals) and LCMC (5 hospitals) dominate hiring.

Ochsner Medical Center, LCMC Health, Our Lady of the Lake

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Private Practices

Physician groups serving New Orleans metro and Louisiana Gulf Coast communities.

Ochsner Medical Group, LCMC Physician Network

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Clinics

Community health centers serving diverse populations across Louisiana's 64 counties.

CrescentCare, EXCELth, Inc.

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Urgent Care

Urgent care centers across Louisiana metros serving densely populated communities.

CareSpot, Ochsner Urgent Care, Ochsner Urgent Care

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Home Health

Home health agencies serving Louisiana's aging population across 64 counties.

Ochsner Home Health, LCMC Home Care

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Insurance

Health insurers with Louisiana operations including major regional carriers.

Blue Cross LA, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare

Top Louisiana Healthcare Employers

These leading healthcare organizations in Louisiana regularly hire Medical Administrative Assistants.

Ochsner Health

Nonprofit Health System

The Gulf South's largest nonprofit healthcare system with 46 hospitals. Ranked #1 in Louisiana by U.S. News for 13 consecutive years..

📍 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
👥 38,000+ employees

LCMC Health

Nonprofit Health System

New Orleans-based health system operating Children's Hospital, University Medical Center, and Touro Infirmary among others..

📍 200 Henry Clay Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
👥 10,000+ employees

Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

Nonprofit Health System

Baton Rouge's largest hospital and Louisiana's second-largest private employer. Part of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System..

📍 5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
👥 8,000+ employees

Baton Rouge General Medical Center

Nonprofit Health System

Part of General Health System serving the Baton Rouge region with comprehensive acute care and specialty services..

📍 3600 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
👥 3,500+ employees

Willis-Knighton Health System

Academic Health System

Northwest Louisiana's largest health system with four hospitals serving the Shreveport-Bossier metro area..

📍 2600 Greenwood Rd, Shreveport, LA 71103
👥 9,000+ employees

Willis-Knighton Health System

Public Hospital

Now part of Ochsner Health, serving Acadiana region with comprehensive healthcare services..

📍 1214 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503
👥 5,000+ employees

CHRISTUS Health Shreveport-Bossier

Regional Health System

Part of CHRISTUS Health, operating Highland Medical Center and other facilities in northwest Louisiana..

📍 1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71105
👥 6,000+ employees

CHRISTUS Health Louisiana

Faith-Based Health System

Part of CHRISTUS Health providing comprehensive healthcare services throughout Louisiana.

📍 1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601
👥 3,000+ employees

Success Stories from Louisiana

Real people who transformed their careers with EHired's free MAA training.

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Nicole P.
New Orleans, LA
Previously: Retail Associate
Now: MAA at Ochsner

Ochsner is huge in Louisiana—46 hospitals! I transferred from New Orleans to Baton Rouge when I moved. Same great career!

Retail to top LA health system
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Jose L.
Lake Charles, LA
Previously: Warehouse Worker
Now: Patient Access Rep

LCMC is a great place to work. The training prepared me perfectly!

Warehouse to major hospital
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Samantha K.
Baton Rouge, LA
Previously: Restaurant Server
Now: Medical Records Specialist

Louisiana has great healthcare employers. Career mobility across facilities is incredible!

Food service to healthcare career
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Tony M.
Shreveport, LA
Previously: Call Center Rep
Now: Health Unit Coordinator

Great career in Louisiana healthcare. Love the benefits and growth opportunities!

Call center to LA healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA training and careers in Louisiana.

Yes! Our MAA training program is completely free to enroll and participate. You only pay $850 if you choose to pursue optional certification after completing the training.

Medical Administrative Assistants in Louisiana earn an average of $40,000 per year—11% below national national average. New Orleans and Baton Rouge metros pay highest.

Louisiana has two massive health systems (Ochsner and LCMC) employing 60000+, major healthcare employerswith access to New Orleans and Baton Rouge healthcare markets and strong salaries.

Yes! Many Louisiana healthcare employers offer remote positions for medical billing, insurance verification, and scheduling roles, especially at larger systems.

Northern LA has LCMC and Our. Central LA has Ochsner. Southern LA has Baton, Willis-Knighton, and CHRISTUS. All regions have strong opportunities.

You'll learn medical terminology, EHR systems including Epic, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, medical billing basics, and HIPAA compliance.

Our self-paced program typically takes 8-12 weeks to complete. Louisiana's major health systems actively recruit certified administrative professionals.

Important: Salary and job data are estimates based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, LA Dept. of Labor. Actual compensation varies by employer, experience, and location within Louisiana. EHired provides training resources but does not guarantee employment outcomes.

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