Clinical Medical Assistant - Growth, Team Care & Impact

Phelps Health; St. James (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health in Missouri is hiring a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in delivering patient care within a fast-paced clinic. The role requires organization, professionalism, excellent customer service, and careful documentation as delegated by the LPN/RN or physician.

You will take vital signs, assist with procedures, manage appointments and communicate with patients regarding tests, medications, and My Chart access, with training provided to orient new staff and uphold safety standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent.
• High school diploma required.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Follows hospital policy on patient safety and infection prevention.
• Obtains vital signs, assists with EKGs, verifies medications/allergies, and documents in the chart as directed.
• Routes patient messages and coordinates with staff; acts as liaison between physician and patient.
• Assists with renewal and administration of medications as ordered; performs injections as needed.
• Performs point-of-care lab testing and collects blood/other specimens as ordered.
• Schedules appointments, surgeries, diagnostics, and admissions; handles paperwork and referrals.
• Maintains supply inventory, cleans/stocks exam areas, and educates patients about MyChart.
• Assists in orienting and training new medical assistants; demonstrates teamwork and reliability.

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Medical Assistant program

High school diploma

Job description

Phelps Health in Missouri is hiring a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in delivering patient care within a fast-paced clinic. The role requires organization, professionalism, excellent customer service, and careful documentation as delegated by the LPN/RN or physician.

You will take vital signs, assist with procedures, manage appointments and communicate with patients regarding tests, medications, and My Chart access, with training provided to orient new staff and uphold safety standards.