Clinic LPN / Medical Assistant III - Orthopedics

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare system as a Medical Assistant, where your role is vital to our clinic's daily operations. Enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday schedule, with weekends off, while working alongside highly-rated healthcare professionals. Your responsibilities will include both administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records, and clinical duties like taking vital signs and preparing patients for examinations. This position offers a supportive environment for growth, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about healthcare and patient interaction.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

$4,000 Sign-On Bonus

40 hours of Paid Time Off

Up to $3,000 Relocation Bonus

Career Ladder Bonus

Qualifications

• Graduated from an MA training program or LPN Diploma is required.
• Must have excellent communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties like scheduling and maintaining records.
• Assist in clinical tasks under provider supervision.

Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Written Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Independent Work

Computer Skills

Education

Graduated from a formal MA training program

Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma

Job description

Summary

About Us

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek in 2024.
• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus if applicable
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $1.00

Job Summary

As a Medical Assistant at CoxHealth Orthopedics, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of our clinic. Enjoy having weekends off with a consistent, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM schedule that allows you to work closely with highly-rated healthcare professionals, performing both administrative and clinical duties. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records. Clinical duties are performed under the direction and support of clinic providers and may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, and drawing blood.

Job Requirements

• Education
  • Required: Graduated from a formal MA training program that included pharmacology class, anatomy/physiology, the basics of medication administration, and completion of a clinical externship, OR graduated with an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma.
• Experience
  • Required: None
  • Preferred: Previous experience in health care setting, particularly in an ambulatory clinic setting
• Skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
  • Carry out delegated tasks as directed by supervisors or with provider oversight.
  • Proficient Computer skills
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
  • Required: Certification from a program recognized by CoxHealth - CMA (AAMA – American Association of Medical Assistants) OR RMA (AMT – American Medical Technologist, or American Association of Medical Personnel) OR NCMA (NCCT - National Center for Competency Testing), CCMA (NHA - National Healthcareer Association), NRCMA (NAHP- National Association for Health Professionals), OR LPN.
  • Must obtain American Heart Association BLS within 90 days of hire.