Medical Assistant

Affinia Healthcare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinia Healthcare in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers in patient care under licensed nurse supervision. You will perform patient intake, vitals, tests, administer medications, and maintain exam rooms; ensure HIPAA compliance and efficient clinic operations.

The role requires CMA certification, CPR, and at least 3 months' MA experience, with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Join a community-focused health system in a hands-on clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Certified Medical Assistant Program.
• Minimum of three (3) months' MA experience.
• CPR Certification.
• Valid driver's license with auto insurance as required by MO.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient intake with vitals for medical examination.
• Conducts tests such as pulse oximetry, vision, hearing, and EKGs.
• Administers medications/immunizations as ordered.
• Notifies Nurse Coordinator and Provider of abnormal results.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms; maintains stock and sterilizes instruments.
• Assists urgent care patients and supports transportation as needed.
• Handles general office procedures including nebulizer treatments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Multi-tasking

Organization

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Education

Certified Medical Assistant Program

CPR Certification

Tools

Word processing

Email software

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Perform the duties required to provide support for providers in all aspects of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse within a defined scope of care.

Position Qualification Requirements

Education: Graduate of a Certified Medical Assistant Program.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) months' experience as a Medical Assistant.

Skills and Abilities: which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA policies and procedures.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing schedules.
• Good organization skills.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Good computer skills including the use of word processing and e-mail software.

Transportation Requirement: Must possess a valid driver's license and automobile with insurance coverage as required by the State of Missouri.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required

• Certificate from Medical Assistant Training program.
• CPR Certification.

Functions Of The Job

Essential Functions

• Performs patient intake (i.e., blood pressures, temperatures, pulse, respirations, weights and measurements) on patients for medical examination.
• Perform tests (i.e., pulse oximetry, vision tests, hearing screens and EKGs).
• Gives medications/immunizations as ordered per route (oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and subdermal).
• Notifies Clinic Nurse Coordinator and Provider of abnormal vital signs, blood glucose, or EKG results.
• Prepares, maintains exam rooms assuring that they are cleaned and stocked; performs sterilization of instruments.
• Assists urgent care patients by monitoring vital signs and assisting with transportation to another department or facility.
• Responsible for general office procedures (i.e., nebulizer treatments).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Marginal Functions

• Assist with primary care appointments.
• Assist with orientation and training of new Nurses, Medical Assistants, students, and volunteers.

Supervises: None

NOTE: SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THREE REFERENCES

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SERVICES PROVIDED ON A NON-DISCRIMINATORY BASIS