Medical Assistant (Full Time)

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy Surgery Center in Springfield, MO seeks Medical Assistants to support providers with direct and indirect patient care in a fast-paced outpatient setting. You will maintain accurate documentation, assist with clinical procedures, and provide essential administrative support under supervision.

Requirements include a High School diploma, MA program completion, BLS certification for hospital outpatient, and at least 1 year in ambulatory care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• Certification: BLS (Basic Life Support) for hospital outpatient.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• One year of outpatient/ambulatory care experience.
• Proficiency with EHR systems.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

EHR proficiency

Multitasking

Outpatient procedures

Patient-centered care

Cultural competence

Education

High school diploma

Graduate from an 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

Located at Mercy Surgery Center

SPRINGFIELD, MO

FULL TIME

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend 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

Located at Mercy Surgery Center

SPRINGFIELD, MO

FULL TIME

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.