Lead Medical Assistant - Heart & Vascular Center

Washington University in St. Louis; Missouri; On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Sick leave

Transit benefit

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is hiring Medical Assistant III for the Department of Medicine, Heart and Vascular Center. The role involves direct patient care, room preparation, and supporting multiple physicians in a busy clinic.

The position requires MA credentials with in-person proctored exams, BLS, and three years of related experience. Strong documentation and communication skills are essential for coordinating care within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Registered or Certified Medical Assistant with three years of related work experience (e.g., military medic, EMT, nurse’s aide).
• Certified MA credentials must come from in-person proctored exams (NHA, AAMA, AMT).
• BLS certification required (in-person).

Responsibilities

• Interacts with patients in clinic, measures vital signs, performs EKGs and phlebotomy as needed.
• Prepares exam rooms, charts, and directs patient flow to ensure smooth clinic operation.
• Assists with examinations, procedures, lab tests, and medication administration under physician order.

Skills

Anatomy

Communication

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Interactive Communication

Interpersonal Relationships

Medical Terminology

Physiology

Telephone Communications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Medical office equipment

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is hiring Medical Assistant III for the Department of Medicine, Heart and Vascular Center. The role involves direct patient care, room preparation, and supporting multiple physicians in a busy clinic.

The position requires MA credentials with in-person proctored exams, BLS, and three years of related experience. Strong documentation and communication skills are essential for coordinating care within a multidisciplinary team.