Medical Assistant - General Surgery

Mercy St. Louis; Joplin (MO); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Tuition support

Matched retirement

Zusammenfassung

Mercy in Missouri is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in an outpatient clinic setting. The role involves direct and indirect patient care, documentation, and administrative duties to ensure smooth daily operations.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, MA program training, and BLS certification, with a preference for candidates with MA program credentials and experience in ambulatory care.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

Aufgaben

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care under supervision.
• Assist with clinical procedures and documentation.
• Provide administrative support to daily operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient information.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

EHR proficiency

Clinical documentation

Multitasking in clinical env

Patient-centered care

Ausbildung

High school diploma

MA Clinic Academy training

BLS certification

Jobbeschreibung

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

Education:

• 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.