Medical Assistant - Full Time - Specialty Resource Float

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care in a professional manner in an outpatient setting. The role includes assisting with clinical procedures, maintaining documentation, and providing administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.

Under supervision and in line with Mercy's mission and standards of care, the MA works within their scope of practice and adheres to clinic protocols and safety guidelines, including BLS

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• Must actively maintain MA certification.
• BLS certification required for Hospital Outpatient Departments

Responsibilities

• Assist providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner.
• Assist with clinical procedures and maintain accurate documentation.
• Provide administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Operate within defined scope of practice under supervision, aligned with Mercy's mission and standards of care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

EHR proficiency

Clinical documentation

Multitasking

Outpatient procedures

Medical equipment

Patient-centered care

Cultural awareness

Education

High school diploma

MA Clinic Academy training

Tools

MA Certification

BLS

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

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.

Job Description

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

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.

Certification

Must actively maintain MA certification.

Additional minimum requirement(s) only for Hospital Outpatient Departments

• Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience: One year of applicable patient care experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting.

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 the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during 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.