Medical Assistant - FT, Days, PB Physician Park Clinic

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Stoddard - Poplar Bluff Physician Park Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers, perform clinical tasks, and maintain documentation in a busy outpatient setting. The role emphasizes patient-centered care and teamwork.

Full-time days, 40 hours per week. Requires high school diploma, MA Clinic Academy training, and BLS certification (where applicable). Opportunity for growth within Mercy’s outpatient services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• One year of outpatient/ambulatory care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care.
• Assist with clinical procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation.
• Provide administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Communication

EHR proficiency

Multitasking

Outpatient procedures

Patient-centered care

Population diversity awareness

Education

High school diploma

MA Clinic Academy training

Medical Assistant program graduate

Job description

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

Education

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.

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