Medical Assistant – Child Psychiatry (Outpatient, FT)

Mercy Co; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join the Child Psychiatry team. You will support providers and patients with high-quality clinical and administrative care in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Position involves greeting patients, taking vitals, obtaining histories, assisting with procedures, and coordinating care with the care team. The role emphasizes patient-centered care for children and families in a supportive Mercy environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mercy MA Clinic Academy training completed or to be completed on hire.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• BLS certification required for Hospital Outpatient Department settings.
• Experience using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and room patients while obtaining vital signs.
• Collect and update patient medical and medication histories.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during procedures.
• Perform basic diagnostic tests (urine dipstick, glucose, EKGs as appropriate).
• Accurately document patient information and care provided.
• Reinforce patient education as directed by the provider or nurse.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness and stock supplies.
• Assist with referrals, diagnostic testing coordination, and follow-up appointments.
• Provide front-office support (answering phones, scheduling appointments, processing documents).
• Participate in quality improvement activities and team meetings.
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties within the Medical Assistant scope of practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Patient-centered care

Attention to detail

Documentation accuracy

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mercy MA Clinic Academy training

Graduate of accredited MA program

BLS certification

EHR experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join the Child Psychiatry team. You will support providers and patients with high-quality clinical and administrative care in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Position involves greeting patients, taking vitals, obtaining histories, assisting with procedures, and coordinating care with the care team. The role emphasizes patient-centered care for children and families in a supportive Mercy environment.