Medical Assistant III - Cardiovascular Services

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield is seeking a Medical Assistant III to handle both administrative and clinical responsibilities. The role involves supporting patient care through vital signs monitoring, scheduling, and data management within a dynamic healthcare environment. Candidates must have relevant certification and a strong communication skillset for effective teamwork and patient interaction.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus of $4,000

40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off

Career Ladder Bonus eligibility

Medical, Vision, Dental, and Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Graduation from a formal MA training program that includes pharmacology class.
• Certification from CoxHealth approved certification program required.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties including scheduling appointments.
• Measure and record vital signs, collect medical information.
• Administer medications as ordered by the physician.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Delegated task management

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduated from a formal MA training program

Job description

Summary

About Us

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics.CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek.
• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible

Job Summary—MA III

The Medical Assistant III performs administrative duties that includeanswering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry in medical records under the supervision of a supervisor or a physician. Clinical duties will include measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographics and medical information including review of medication list, preparing patients for examination, cleaning rooms and equipment and stocking supplies. This position will involve the administration of medications as ordered by the physician. Performs specific competencies as directed by the department.

Job Requirements—MA III

• Education
  • Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Graduated from a formal MA training program that included pharmacology class, anatomy/physiology, the basics of medication administration, and completion of a clinical externship.
• Experience
  • Required: None
  • Preferred: Previous experience in work that involved direct contact with people
  • Preferred: Previous experience in healthcare setting, particularly in an ambulatory clinic setting
• Skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
  • Carry out delegated tasks under supervision of a provider.
  • Proficient Computer skills
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
  • Required:Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire
  • Required:Certification or Registration from a CoxHealth approved certification program: CMA/AAMA, RMA/AMT, CCMA/NHA, NRCMA/NAHP, NCMA/NCCT, RMA/AAMP