Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

Mercy; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Pediatric Clinic is seeking a PRN Medical Assistant to prepare patients for visits, assist with clinical testing, and coordinate care. This role requires a compassionate professional with relevant certifications and a willingness to provide exceptional patient care. Join a community dedicated to transforming healthcare through innovative practices.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid parental leave

Paid PTO for volunteering

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical healthcare preferred (6 months).
• Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days.
• Active Medical Assistant certification required for certified role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for visits by gathering history, vital signs, and completing medication reconciliations.
• Perform in-office testing (e.g., drawing blood, administering vaccines).
• Collaborate with providers for care plan delivery and scheduling follow-ups.

Skills

Compassion

Professionalism

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic

Job description

Mercy Pediatric Clinic

Medical Assistant - PRN

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education
• Health/Dental/Vision available after day one
• Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA
• Paid parental leave for new parents
• 401k with employer match
• Paid PTO for volunteering
• Competitive salary
• Future career growth!

Overview:

• Prepares patient for visit with provider by completing Advanced Standard room process including entering the chief complaint; taking patient vital signs; reviewing patient history and allergies; completing a thorough medication reconciliation; working the Encounter Guide including helping to close any open care gaps such as fall risk, depression screening, breast cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, and diabetic eye exams; rechecking elevated blood pressures; and completing needed documentation in Epic for yearly preventative visits as needed.
• Assists with any needed in-office testing including, but not limited to, drawing blood, completing mental status exams, EKG’s, walking oxygen studies and point of care testing.
• Administer vaccines and other injections within scope of practice.
• Schedules follow up appointments when needed per office policy.
• Collaborates with providers and clinical care team to monitor and coordinate delivery of the care plan.

Qualifications:

• Medical Assistant:
  Education: High School Diploma or GED.
  Certification: Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
  Preferred Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience
• Certified Medical Assistant:
  Education: High School Diploma or GED.
  Certification: Must have active Medical Assistant certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA). Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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