Senior Medical Assistant, OB/GYN Clinic Lead

Washington University in St. Louis; Missouri; On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Metro U‑Pass transit benefit

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Medical Assistant lead to support clinical operations in a large multi-physician practice. The role involves preparing exam rooms, charts, and coordinating patient flow while assisting with examinations, lab tests, and medication administration under physician orders.

Strong attention to HIPAA and quality standards is essential. Responsibilities include directing patient throughput, training new Medical Assistants, and ensuring timely documentation

Qualifications

• Anatomy knowledge with clinical understanding.
• Strong communication with patients and staff.
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Ability to guide patient flow and coordinate care.
• Understanding of medical terminology and physiology.
• Experience in handling patient inquiries and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the work of Medical Assistants I and II in a multi-physician clinic.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, charts, and reports; direct patient flow.
• Assist with examinations, procedures and lab tests; administer medications per orders.
• Schedule tests, manage return calls, and coordinate appointments and admissions.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in ongoing staff training and QA activities.

Skills

Anatomy

Communication

EMR

Interpersonal

Medical Terminology

Physiology

Telephone Communications

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Medical Assistant lead to support clinical operations in a large multi-physician practice. The role involves preparing exam rooms, charts, and coordinating patient flow while assisting with examinations, lab tests, and medication administration under physician orders.

Strong attention to HIPAA and quality standards is essential. Responsibilities include directing patient throughput, training new Medical Assistants, and ensuring timely documentation