Medical Assistant III - Orthopedics

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth is hiring an MA III to perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling, and data entry, under supervision. Clinical duties include measuring vitals, collecting demographics, preparing patients, and assisting with examinations.

The role may involve medication administration and requires completion of an approved MA program with externship. Required: high school diploma, healthcare-related MA training, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an MA training program with pharmacology, anatomy/physiology, medication administration and externship is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team; proficient with computers.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and schedule appointments.
• Data entry into medical records under supervision.
• Measure and record vital signs and collect demographics.
• Prepare patients for examination and assist clinician.
• Stock supplies and clean rooms and equipment; administer medications as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent & collaborative work

Carry out delegated tasks

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; MA program completion

Tools

CMA/AAMA

RMA/AMT

CCMA/NHA

NRCMA/NAHP

NCMA/NCCT

RMA/AAMP

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1277 Orthopedics SGF Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hours: 8 AM to 5 PM Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

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, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description:

The MA III performs administrative duties that might include, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry in medical records under the direct supervision of a supervisor or provider. Clinical duties will include measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographics or 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.

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Required effective 9/1/20: Graduated from or Completion of 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 health care 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:Certification or Registration from a CoxHealth approved certification program: CMA/AAMA, RMA/AMT, CCMA/NHA, NRCMA/NAHP, NCMA/NCCT, RMA/AAMP.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you! CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

OUR MISSION

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION

To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep your Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.