Medical Assistant - FT, Days, PB Physician Park Clinic

Mercy Hospital Springfield; Cedar Valley (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Stoddard/Poplar Bluff Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers with direct and indirect patient care in a busy outpatient environment. You will maintain accurate documentation, assist with clinics, and deliver courteous, professional service.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, and MA Clinic Academy training.

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 for Hospital Outpatient Departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care.
• Provide administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and proficiency with EHR systems.
• Demonstrate knowledge of outpatient procedures and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

EHR proficiency

Multitasking

Clinical documentation

Patient-centered care

Cultural competency

Education

High school diploma

Accredited Medical Assistant program

MA Clinic Academy training

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 - Poplar Bluff Physician Park Clinic

225 Physician Park

Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Hours/Schedule

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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.