Medical Assistant - Academy Ortho Clinic

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

Find your calling at Mercy!

Assists the physician and office staff with performance of patient care activities consistent with the established standards of nursing practice. The incumbent in this position shall carry out his or her responsibilities and integrate into his or her work ethic the Mercy Philosophy of caring for the sick and suffering, respect for human life and the dignity of each person, applying Christian values to all crucial human issues in the area over which he or she has responsibility. In communicating with patients, families, visitors and co-workers, a caring, friendly, personal and professional

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy! Assists the physician and office staff with performance of patient care activities consistent with the established standards of nursing practice. The incumbent in this position shall carry out his or her responsibilities and integrate into his or her work ethic the Mercy Philosophy of caring for the sick and suffering, respect for human life and the dignity of each person, applying Christian values to all crucial human issues in the area over which he or she has responsibility. In communicating with patients, families, visitors and co-workers, a caring, friendly, personal and professional approach is expected. Performs related duties as assigned. All the duties, responsibilities and qualifications documented in this job description are subject to reasonable accommodation. This job description is not to be construed as a detailed statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Position Details

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Education Preferred: Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program
• Experience Preferred: One year of applicable patient care experience or applicable medical office experience as defined by the clinic
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.