Pediatric Medical Assistant: Fast-Paced Clinic Care

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan matching

Career development

Job summary

Mercy Pediatrics at Tesson Ferry in St. Louis, MO is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support pediatric providers and deliver high-quality patient care.

You will greet patients, record vitals and histories, assist during exams, perform basic testing, and help with front desk tasks while upholding infection prevention and safety guidelines. This full-time position offers a team-focused, mission-driven environment at Mercy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Mercy MA Clinic Academy training upon hire must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Greet, room, and prepare pediatric patients for examinations and procedures.
• Obtain and document vitals, medical histories, medication updates, and patient information.
• Assist providers during patient examinations and clinical procedures.
• Perform basic diagnostic testing (urine dipsticks, glucose testing, EKGs) as competent.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Coordinate diagnostic testing, referrals, and follow-up appointments.
• Assist with front office responsibilities (check-in/out, phones, scanning, fax).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and department meetings.
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Pediatric patient care

Vital signs & med histories

Electronic health records

Multitasking

Team player

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MA Clinic Academy training

Job description

Mercy Pediatrics at Tesson Ferry in St. Louis, MO is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support pediatric providers and deliver high-quality patient care.

You will greet patients, record vitals and histories, assist during exams, perform basic testing, and help with front desk tasks while upholding infection prevention and safety guidelines. This full-time position offers a team-focused, mission-driven environment at Mercy.