Pediatric Medical Assistant — Onsite Care Team

Children's Mercy KC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Mercy is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Weight Management program in Kansas City. You will provide supportive patient care, assist with maintaining a safe environment, and support unit operations under supervision.

Position requires HS diploma or equivalent with MA program graduation and relevant certifications; BLS may be required. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork, education participation, and patient-family interactions.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years experience.
• 1 year of experience in patient or customer facing roles.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred; multiple MA certifications listed.

Responsibilities

• Provides supportive patient care.
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe environment and promotes efficient and safe operations.
• Performs clerical functions.
• Attends education programs, unit meetings and assigned committees.
• Shares responsibility for teaching and orientation of new personnel (within own skill level).

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Registered Medical Assistant

Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant

National Certified Medical Assistant

BLS certification

Job description

Children's Mercy is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Weight Management program in Kansas City. You will provide supportive patient care, assist with maintaining a safe environment, and support unit operations under supervision.

Position requires HS diploma or equivalent with MA program graduation and relevant certifications; BLS may be required. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork, education participation, and patient-family interactions.