MEDICAL ASSISSTANT

ATC Travelers A•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

ATC Healthcare Services is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused, and detail-oriented Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to provide clinical and administrative support in a pediatric healthcare setting. Active Medical Assistant certification is mandatory. The Medical Assistant works closely with pediatric physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to help ensure children receive safe, quality, and compassionate care. The role includes assisting with patient examinations and clinical procedures, communicating with parents and guardians, and supporting efficient clinic operations. The position is per diem and is listed for a day shift from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM in St. Louis, Missouri 63110. ATC Healthcare Services has been a healthcare staffing provider for more than 40 years, connecting healthcare professionals with hospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, schools, and other healthcare organizations nationwide. The company describes its work as delivering staffing solutions while supporting healthcare professionals with career opportunities, compensation, and service. ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or CCMA); active certification is mandatory.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Excellent communication, organizational, and patient care skills.
Skills in patient care and clinical support, vital signs and patient assessment, specimen collection and laboratory procedures, EKGs and point-of-care testing, EMR, infection control and HIPAA compliance, time management, multitasking, interpersonal communication, team collaboration, and customer service.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
At least one year of recent experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory, outpatient, or clinic setting.
Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.

Responsibilities

Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
Prepare patients for examinations and assist healthcare providers during procedures.
Perform clinical duties within scope of practice, including specimen collection, EKGs, injections, and point-of-care testing.
Administer medications and immunizations as permitted by state regulations and facility policy.
Schedule patient appointments and coordinate referrals.
Maintain accurate patient records in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
Prepare, clean, and stock examination rooms and medical equipment.
Educate patients on medications, treatment plans, follow-up care, and preventive health practices.
Follow infection prevention, HIPAA, and safety protocols.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members.
Support daily clinic operations and perform other duties as assigned.