Medical Assistant-Primary Care: South Lindbergh

Mercy; Sunset Hills (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Primary Care Medical Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in patient care and clinical support. In this dynamic position, you will prepare patients for their visits, monitor vital signs, and assist with various in-office procedures. This role offers a unique opportunity for career growth and professional development, backed by a comprehensive benefits package including tuition reimbursement and health coverage from day one. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000

Health/Dental/Vision available after day one

401k with employer match

Paid parental leave

Paid PTO for volunteering

Qualifications

• Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred 6 months of clinical healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients by taking vital signs and reviewing history.
• Assists with in-office testing and administers vaccines.
• Collaborates with providers to monitor care plans.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Medication Reconciliation

Collaboration with Healthcare Team

Blood Drawing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Medical Assistant Certification

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Tools

Epic

Job description

Primary Care Medical Assistant

40 hours per week, Days

South Lindbergh

Benefits:

• 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 exam
• Rechecking elevated blood pressures
• 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:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire
• Preferred Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office

Additional Certifications:

• Must have active Medical Assistant certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA)

LPN Qualifications:

• Diploma in Practical Nursing
• Active LPN licensure
• Preferred Experience: 6 months clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office