Clinic Operations Lead — Medical Assistant III

UNKNOWN; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a lead Medical Assistant to oversee clinical operations in a large multi-physician practice. You will prepare exam rooms, manage patient flow, and support physicians with exams and procedures in a busy clinic.

The role requires completing vaccinations, EKGs, phlebotomy, and vital signs, along with ensuring HIPAA compliance and high-quality patient interaction. Prior supervisory experience is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support certifications (AHA and Red Cross).
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) or CMA credentials.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (IL/MO) licenses.
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential.
• Registered Nurse (IL/MO) license.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients in clinic and perform vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and medication verification.
• Prepare for office hours by organizing charts, tests, and exam rooms.
• Assist with examinations, procedures, and lab tests.
• Assist with renewal and authorization of non-narcotic medications per orders and guidelines.
• Administer medications under physician/NP orders (vaccines, injections).
• Schedule and assign work to other Medical Assistants; orient and train new staff.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Basic Life Support - American Red Cross

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - NHA

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - AAMA

Licensed Practical Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Licensed Practical Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - AMT

Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a lead Medical Assistant to oversee clinical operations in a large multi-physician practice. You will prepare exam rooms, manage patient flow, and support physicians with exams and procedures in a busy clinic.

The role requires completing vaccinations, EKGs, phlebotomy, and vital signs, along with ensuring HIPAA compliance and high-quality patient interaction. Prior supervisory experience is valued.