Medical Assistant (MA) - Physician Office (Jackson)
St. Francis Medical Center•Jackson, MO
About The Position
The Medical Assistant performs a variety of patient care activities and assists providers and nursing staff in maintaining a high standard of care. The role also includes restocking supplies in the work area and maintaining a safe working environment. This is a full-time position with 80 hours per two-week pay period and benefits. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 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.
- Ability to perform specimen collection from patients, as applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of patient care activities.
- Assist providers and nursing staff in maintaining a high standard of care.
- Restock supplies in the work area.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
- Take patient vital signs.
- Learn and perform diagnostic testing and procedures, such as x-rays and non-waived testing.
- Collect patient specimens, as applicable.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, available on the first of the month after hire
- Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
- Earned Time Off (ETO), combining vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days
- Retirement benefits with immediate matching
- Education assistance up to $5,000 per calendar year, subject to the stated service and graduation conditions
- Health Advocate benefit support
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Earned Wage Access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
