Medical Assistant - Cancer and Hematology (Full Time, Weekdays)

Mercy Co; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for 32+ hours

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers in an outpatient setting, delivering direct and indirect patient care with professionalism and efficiency. The role includes documentation, administrative support, and alignment with Mercy's standards of care.

Education includes a high school diploma and completion of the MA Clinic Academy; BLS certification is required for hospital outpatient departments. One year of outpatient experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification for Hospital Outpatient Departments.
• One year of experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Knowledge of common outpatient procedures and equipment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth.
• Demonstrates knowledge of varying differences and behaviors among populations served.

Responsibilities

• Support providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation and provide administrative support for smooth daily operations.
• Work within defined scope of practice under supervision and Mercy's mission and standards of care.
• Adapt to office type clinic/HOD and stay compliant with PPE and safety protocols.
• Demonstrates knowledge of varying differences and behaviors among populations served.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

EHR proficiency

Multitasking

Outpatient procedures knowledge

Patient-centered care

Diversity awareness

Education

High school diploma

MA Clinic Academy training

Graduate from accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Medical Assistants (MA) in the medical office setting supports providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner. The MA may assist with clinical procedures, maintains accurate documentation, and provides administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations. The MA functions within their defined scope of practice (based on office type clinic/HOD), under supervision, and in alignment with Mercy's mission and standards of care.

Position Details:

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.

Additional minimum requirement(s) only for Hospital Outpatient Departments:

Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Experience: One year of experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Knowledge of common outpatient procedures and equipment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth.
• Demonstrates knowledge of varying differences and behaviors among populations served.

Work Environment:

• Outpatient clinical setting with frequent patient interaction.
• Requires standing, walking, lifting, and use of clinical equipment.
• Potential exposure to infectious materials; PPE provided.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

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.