Pediatric Oncology Medical Assistant - Compassionate Care

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis seeks a Medical Assistant for Pediatric Oncology to support pediatric oncology and hematology providers in a busy clinic setting. The MA will assist with examinations, record vitals, document in the EHR, and coordinate care while providing compassionate, family-centered care to children and families.

The role requires completing Mercy MA Clinic Academy training on hire, with a focus on accurate documentation and teamwork in a fast-paced pediatric oncology environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Greet, room, and prepare pediatric patients for examination and treatment.
• Record vital signs, height, weight, and pain assessments.
• Collect, verify, and update patient histories and medications.
• Assist physicians during examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Document patient information in the EHR and coordinate care.

Skills

Communication skills

Pediatric care

Documentation proficiency

Education

Medical Assistant program graduate

Job description

Mercy Hospital St. Louis seeks a Medical Assistant for Pediatric Oncology to support pediatric oncology and hematology providers in a busy clinic setting. The MA will assist with examinations, record vitals, document in the EHR, and coordinate care while providing compassionate, family-centered care to children and families.

The role requires completing Mercy MA Clinic Academy training on hire, with a focus on accurate documentation and teamwork in a fast-paced pediatric oncology environment.