Compassionate Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Growth

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinic staff with patient care activities and to uphold Mercy’s caring, professional standards. The role emphasizes compassionate interaction with patients, families, and coworkers, ensuring smooth clinic operations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, preference for an accredited Medical Assistant program, and about one year of relevant patient care or medical office experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• One year of applicable patient care or medical office experience preferred.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.

Responsibilities

• Assists the physician and office staff with patient care activities.
• Communicates with patients, families, visitors and coworkers in a caring, professional manner.
• Performs related duties as assigned and adheres to established standards.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program

One year of applicable patient care or medical office experience

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinic staff with patient care activities and to uphold Mercy’s caring, professional standards. The role emphasizes compassionate interaction with patients, families, and coworkers, ensuring smooth clinic operations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, preference for an accredited Medical Assistant program, and about one year of relevant patient care or medical office experience.