Medical Assistant - FT, Days, PB Physician Park

Mercy Co; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Stoddard in Poplar Bluff, MO is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant for a full-time, on-site role. You will support providers with direct and indirect patient care, maintain documentation, and assist with administrative tasks to keep daily operations running smoothly.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, and BLS certification for hospital outpatient settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required for Hospital Outpatient Departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct and indirect patient care in a professional, courteous manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support administrative operations.
• Support providers and clinic staff to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Communication

EHR proficiency

Multitasking

Clinical procedures knowledge

Professionalism

Patient-centered care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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:

Location

Mercy Hospital Stoddard

225 Physician Park

Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week), Days

Department: Poplar Bluff Physician Park

Minimum 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.

Additional preferred requirement(s) for non-HOD Clinics:

Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)

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.