Pediatric Medical Assistant - Caring Clinic Team Full-Time

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Ladue (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching for 32+ hours

Job summary

Mercy Clinic Ladue Pediatrics is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to support pediatric providers and staff in delivering outstanding pediatric care. You will assist with patient care activities, documentation, and coordination of referrals in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or equivalent, completion of Mercy MA Clinic Academy training, and CMA competencies for advancement. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required or completed Mercy MA Clinic Academy training.
• Mercy MA Clinic Academy training must be completed by new hires.
• MA competencies required for advancement to Advanced CMA role.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and room pediatric patients in a friendly, comforting environment.
• Obtain and document vital signs and patient information.
• Collect and update medical, surgical, and medication histories.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist with exams and procedures.
• Perform basic diagnostic tests (urine dipsticks, glucose, EKGs) as appropriate.
• Document patient care in the electronic health record accurately.
• Reinforce physician patient education and care plans.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness and supply inventory.
• Coordinate referrals, follow-up appointments, and testing.
• Process insurance precertifications and prior authorizations.
• Assist with referral management and care coordination.
• Support front office tasks (check-in/out, calls, scanning).
• Participate in quality improvement activities and meetings.
• Adhere to infection prevention and regulatory requirements.
• Complete competency reviews for other Medical Assistants as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Rapport building with patients

Organizational skills

Multitasking

EHR proficiency

Clinical documentation

Patient-centered care

Fast-paced environment

Diversity awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Mercy MA Clinic Academy training

MA competencies for Advanced CMA

Tools

EHR systems

Clinical documentation tools

Job description

Mercy Clinic Ladue Pediatrics is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to support pediatric providers and staff in delivering outstanding pediatric care. You will assist with patient care activities, documentation, and coordination of referrals in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or equivalent, completion of Mercy MA Clinic Academy training, and CMA competencies for advancement. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.