Ophthalmology Patient Care Associate II — Clinic Support

Washington University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in Saint Louis, MO, seeks a patient-focused Medical Assistant to support clinic operations and direct patient flow. You will perform routine tasks including vital signs, phlebotomy, and documentation to ensure efficient patient care and service.

You will coordinate communication between patients and staff, assist with scheduling and test results, and uphold HIPAA compliance while maintaining a clean, compliant exam area.

Qualifications

• BLS certification must be obtained within one month of hire.
• At least 1 year of patient care experience.
• Healthcare training or coursework preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care including vital signs and phlebotomy.
• Direct patient flow and document requisitions.
• Route messages and questions to appropriate staff.
• Assist with care coordination and scheduling.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and safety standards.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Written communication

Medical terminology

Anatomy

Physiology

EMR

Education

Medical Assistant diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Washington University in Saint Louis, MO, seeks a patient-focused Medical Assistant to support clinic operations and direct patient flow. You will perform routine tasks including vital signs, phlebotomy, and documentation to ensure efficient patient care and service.

You will coordinate communication between patients and staff, assist with scheduling and test results, and uphold HIPAA compliance while maintaining a clean, compliant exam area.