Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care

AECOM; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Kansas City as a Medical Assistant in Pediatric Primary Care. This role involves assisting with patient exams, performing clinical duties, and fulfilling essential administrative tasks in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates should possess a High School diploma and relevant certifications, along with a passion for patient care and community engagement.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the examination and treatment of patients.
• Perform basic clerical duties and manage treatment rooms.
• Document patient interactions and follow-up instructions.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Duties

Vital Signs Measurement

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Pediatric Primary Care

+ **Schedule:** Monday - Friday 7:30am-5pm, 4 days per week, specific days of week to be determined by practice

+ **Facility:** Ascension Medical Group - Clinic

+ **Location:** Westfield, IN

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider).

+ Assist with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse.

+ Perform select clinical duties.

+ Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.

+ Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.

+ Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.

+ Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.

+ Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

+ May document the provider's encounter with patients.

+ List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.

+ Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ Medical Assistant obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. Certified or Registered both accepted.

Education:

+ High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

+ Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

**Additional Preferences**

Experienced medical assistant 2-4 years' experience preferred, pediatrics experience a plus

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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