Medical Assistant - South Section Float

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage - Medical

Dental & Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off (up to 34 days/yr)

Parental Leave

401(k) with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent Care FSA

Volunteer Time Off

Free Parking

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Mercy Primary Care is seeking a Medical Assistant for Full Time, 40 hours per week to support physicians in South County St. Louis clinics. The role involves patient rooming, vitals, intake, medication reconciliation, and Epic documentation as part of a patient‑centered care team.

Required: High School Diploma or GED and BLS within 90 days; preferred 6 months of clinical healthcare experience, especially in primary care. MA certification not required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support primary care providers by coordinating patient care and ensuring a positive patient experience.
• Room patients, obtain vitals, complete intake, medication reconciliation, and Epic documentation.
• Perform in‑office testing, administer injections/vaccines, and assisted with procedures.
• Support preventive care through screenings, care gap closure, referrals, and follow‑up scheduling.
• Assist with orders, prior authorizations, inventory, and general clinic operations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient Care MA works directly with Mercy Primary Care Providers to provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care in a systematic way. The Primary Care Patient Care MA will partner with patients, providers, and other members of the clinical care team to drive quality outcomes for all patients. Duties and responsibilities will be performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Additional Job Description

Medical Assistant

Full Time, 40 Hours/Week

Mercy Clinic South Section Float Pool

Qualifications

Primary Care Clinics throughout South County St. Louis

• MA Certification Not Required

Primary Care Assistant - 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, preferably in a primary care office.

Primary Care - 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.

Responsibilities Include

• Support primary care providers by coordinating patient care and ensuring a positive patient experience.
• Room patients, obtain vitals, complete intake, medication reconciliation, and Epic documentation.
• Perform in‑office testing, administer injections/vaccines, and assisted with procedures.
• Support preventive care through screenings, care gap closure, referrals, and follow‑up scheduling.
• Assist with orders, prior authorizations, inventory, and general clinic operations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare
• Generous PTO – Up to 34 days annually, including holidays, vacation, personal time, and short-term illness
• Paid Parental Leave – Supporting you and your growing family
• 401(k) with Employer Match – Invest in your future with confidence
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $2,000/year for continuing education
• Dependent Care FSA Contribution – $100/month for eligible participants
• Paid Volunteer Time – Give back to your community while on the clock
• Free Parking – Convenience that saves you time and money
• Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and grow within Mercy

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.