Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology | Growth & Benefits

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

34 days PTO

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent Care FSA

Paid Volunteer Time

Free Parking

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Mercy Clinic Gastroenterology is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant (MA) to support providers with direct and indirect patient care in a fast-paced outpatient setting in St. Louis, MO.

This full-time position includes 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri, with day shifts and standard clinic hours. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vital signs, preparing for exams, assisting with procedures, documenting care, and coordinating scheduling and front-office tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• One year of experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting.

Responsibilities

• Rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, and updating medical and medication histories
• Preparing patients for exams and assisting with provider evaluations and procedures
• Performing basic diagnostic testing as appropriate and documenting care accurately
• Reinforcing provider-directed patient education
• Maintaining clean, well-stocked exam rooms and adhering to safety and infection-prevention standards
• Assisting with scheduling tests, referrals, follow-ups, and supporting front-office operations
• Participating in quality initiatives, staff meetings, and other MA-related duties

Skills

Rooming patients

Vital signs

Medical history

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Mercy Clinic Gastroenterology is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant (MA) to support providers with direct and indirect patient care in a fast-paced outpatient setting in St. Louis, MO.

This full-time position includes 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri, with day shifts and standard clinic hours. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vital signs, preparing for exams, assisting with procedures, documenting care, and coordinating scheduling and front-office tasks.