Medical Assistant II - Gastrointestinal Center

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 2,464,526 - 3,629,976; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Caregiver leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient flow in a clinical office. Responsibilities include vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, chart preparation, and assisting with examinations and procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support certification, with potential for related experience. Rijght now, the position emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be registered/certified as Medical Assistant per state/national standards.
• Basic Life Support certification required (AHA/Red Cross).
• Six months of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients in clinic and perform clinical tasks (vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy).
• Prepare charts, exam rooms, and schedule tests or procedures.
• Assist with examinations, procedures, and lab tests as directed by clinicians.
• Administer medications under physician/NP order (including vaccines).
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and accurate documentation in EMR.

Skills

Anatomy

Clinical Care

Communication

ECG

EMR/EHR

HIPAA Compliance

Interpersonal Communication

Medical Terminology

OSHA Compliance

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Vital Signs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic EHR

EMR software

Job description

Position Summary

Prepares and maintains exam rooms, prepares charts, obtains reports and records; assists with patient flow and ensures the overall smooth running of the clinical office.

Scheduled Hours

40 hours per week.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Interacts directly with patients in clinic setting and completes clinical tasks, which may include obtaining vital signs, conducting EKGs, completing a phlebotomy and verifying medications.
• Prepares for office hours by obtaining charts, scheduling tests and preparing exam rooms.
• Assists with examinations, procedures and lab tests.
• May assist with renewal and authorization of non‑narcotic medications per standing orders and department guidelines.
• May administer medications under the order of physicians or nurse practitioner (this includes vaccines and intramuscular and subcutaneous injections).
• Directs patient flow, assists with special procedures/treatments and completes requisitions.
• Routes phone messages, patient questions and telephone communications to appropriate personnel.
• Assists with care coordination by calling patients with test results, scheduling appointments, assisting with return calls, scheduling surgeries, diagnostic procedures and admissions, and monitoring new and return patient contacts.
• Completes necessary paperwork and documentation in a timely manner.
• Answers basic questions from patient/family regarding treatments, diagnosis and procedures.
• May complete requisitions/orders per WashU guidelines.
• Monitors supply inventory, ensuring adequate supplies, equipment or garments are available and that they comply with regulations.
• Cleans and stocks exam rooms and sterilizes instruments.
• Maintains required HIPAA compliance, maintains skills/competencies and participates in in‑services, staff programs, continuing education and cross‑training programs according to established standards and WashU policies.
• Complies with OSHA, state and federal regulatory standards.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure appropriate clinical outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
• Requires protective devices.
• Patient care setting.
• Direct patient care setting.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.
• Typically standing or walking.
• Typically bending, crouching, or stooping.
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less).

Equipment

• Office equipment.
• Clinical/diagnostic equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent, or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications / Professional Licenses

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants, Licensed Practical Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Licensed Practical Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration.

Work Experience

No specific work experience required.

Skills

Not Applicable.

Driver's License

Not required.

More About This Job

• Registered or Certified Medical Assistant with six months of related work experience. Medical Assistant credentials must be obtained from in‑person proctored exams from NHA, AAMA or AMT. Substitutions include: graduate of an accredited nursing program (e.g., RN/LPN) or comparable allied health training program with a minimum of one year of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification. Online Basic Life Support certifications without a skills assessment component are not sufficient.

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Preferred Certifications / Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Preferred Work Experience

Medical Assistant (2 Years).

Preferred Skills

Anatomy, Clinical Care, Communication, Cross‑Functional Teamwork, Electrocardiography (EKG), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Epic EHR, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Medical Terminology, OSHA Compliance, Patient Care, Patient Medications, Phlebotomy, Physiology, Vital Signs.

Grade

C06‑H

Salary Range

$17.89 – $26.35 per hour.

Benefits Statement

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with employee and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs, employee assistance program, financial resources, access to dietitians.
• Four weeks of caregiver leave. Family care resources. Tuition coverage for employee and family.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status or genetic information.