Medical Assistant - Cape Primary Care

St. Francis Medical Center • Cape Girardeau, MO

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant performs a variety of patient care activities and assists the provider and nursing staff in maintaining the highest standard of care. The role is responsible for restocking supplies in the work area and maintaining a safe working environment. This position has a heavy focus on phlebotomy and is full time, working 80 hours per two-week pay period. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Skill in taking vital signs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to learn and perform diagnostic testing and procedures such as x-rays and non-waived testing.
• Responsible for performing specimen collection from patients, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of patient care activities.
• Assist the provider and nursing staff in maintaining the highest standard of care.
• Restock supplies in the work area and maintain a safe working environment.
• Take vital signs.
• Learn and perform diagnostic testing and procedures such as x-rays and non-waived testing.
• Perform specimen collection from patients, as applicable.
• Focus heavily on phlebotomy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, available on the first of the month after hire date.
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount.
• Earned Time Off (ETO), combining vacation, sick time, holidays, and personal days into one balance.
• Retirement benefits with immediate matching by SFHS.
• Education assistance up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation.
• Benefit Support through Health Advocate.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• Pet Insurance.
• Earned Wage Access.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED