Primary Care Medical Assistant — Patient-Centered Care

Mercy; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000

Health/Dental/Vision after day one

Dependent Care FSA monthly $100

Paid parental leave

401k with employer match

Paid PTO for volunteering

Competitive salary

Future career growth

Job summary

Mercy in Kirkwood is seeking a Primary Care Medical Assistant to support primary care providers in delivering patient-centered care. The role involves rooming patients, taking vitals, documenting in Epic, and assisting with in-office tests and vaccines.

Qualifying candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED and be eligible for BLS within 90 days. Experience in a primary care setting and teamwork are valued for this position.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 90 days of hire is required.
• Experience with vital signs and patient preparation is preferred.
• Familiarity with Epic or similar EMR systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for visits by completing rooming procedures and collecting necessary information.
• Take patient vital signs and review medical history and allergies.
• Perform medication reconciliation and assist with in-office testing (blood draw, ECGs, point-of-care tests).
• Administer vaccines within scope of practice and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Collaborate with providers and care team to coordinate and monitor care plans.

Skills

BLS Certification

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic

Job description

Mercy in Kirkwood is seeking a Primary Care Medical Assistant to support primary care providers in delivering patient-centered care. The role involves rooming patients, taking vitals, documenting in Epic, and assisting with in-office tests and vaccines.

Qualifying candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED and be eligible for BLS within 90 days. Experience in a primary care setting and teamwork are valued for this position.