Medical Assistant (MA) Springfield

Ochonline; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing patient care, maintaining compliance with healthcare standards, and communicating effectively with medical staff. With a commitment to serving underserved communities, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in medical assisting and a passion for compassionate care. Join a mission-driven organization that values respect and dignity in healthcare delivery.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Up to 3.5 weeks of PTO

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting Program.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care in the office setting under supervision.
• Communicates with physicians regarding patient's clinical condition.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting Program

BLS Certification

Job description

Job description

HEALTHY COMMUNITIES. COMPASSIONATE CARE. Ozarks Community Hospital in Springfield, MO, has an immediate opening for a full-time Medical Assistant (MA) at the Evergreen Clinic.ABOUT OUR HEALTH SYSTEM. Ozarks Community Hospital is a safety-net healthcare provider headquartered in Gravette, Arkansas, serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Ozarks. Our facilities include a hospital in Gravette, Arkansas, and several satellite clinics in Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas. Ozarks Community Hospital prides itself on providing patients with accredited Patient-Centered Medical Homes through rural health clinics and a range of specialty services at clinics in Gravette, Arkansas, and Springfield, Missouri. Our specialty services include Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Diabetes Care, Hepatitis C, Urology, Geriatrics, Pain Management, and the FLAG (Fatty Liver and Goals) Clinic.Our Mission: Ozarks Community Hospital and clinics are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare and preventive services to all patients in an atmosphere of compassion, respect, and dignity, with a commitment to care for the underserved and to improve access to care.Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Up to 3.5 weeks of PTO in the first year (based on a 40-hour work week)
• 401k with company match

Job Summary: Provides patient care in the office setting, addressing psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of care; meets communication needs of patients and families; demonstrates initiative and responsibility consistent with professional standards, under supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, physician, and clinic manager. Maintains regulatory compliance, nursing, and office policies, procedures, and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members regarding patient's clinical condition, including diagnostic results and symptoms.Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting Program approved by the US Department of Education, the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or similar accrediting body.
• Current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant (AMT, AAMP, AAH, AAMA, or NCCT). Certification or registration must be maintained throughout employment to retain Medical Assistant Level IV status.
• Preferred: 1 year of related experience in a medical clinic or office.
• Current BLS certification at hire or obtained during orientation; must be maintained through renewal.
• Float positions require a Valid Driver’s License.

OCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer