Primary Care - Medical Assistant

Mercy • Kirkwood, MO

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists the physician and office staff with selected duties to include clerical processing, patient preparation, scheduling, lab, x-ray and medical records. As directed, performs patient care activities consistent with the established standards of nursing practice. The incumbent in this position shall carry out his or her responsibilities and integrate into his or her work ethic the Mercy Philosophy of caring for the sick and suffering, respect for human life and the dignity of each person, applying Christian values to all crucial human issues in the area over which he or she has responsibility. In communicating with patients, families, visitors and employees, a caring, friendly, personal and professional approach is expected. Performs related duties as assigned. All the duties, responsibilities and qualifications documented in this job description are subject to reasonable accommodation. This job description is not to be construed as a detailed statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Mercy coworkers are expected to comply with all federal, state and local regulations in addition to organization policy and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• BLS required within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• 6+ months in clinical healthcare, ideally in primary care
• Active MA certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA)
• Diploma in Practical Nursing
• Active LPN license

Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for provider visits using the Advanced Standard Rooming Process: Documenting chief complaints, Taking vitals, reviewing history and allergies, Completing medication reconciliation, Addressing care gaps (e.g., screenings, diabetic eye exams), Rechecking elevated blood pressures, Documenting preventive visit details in Epic
• Performing in-office testing: Blood draws, Mental status exams, EKGs, Oxygen studies, Point-of-care testing
• Administering vaccines and injections within scope
• Scheduling follow-up appointments per office policy
• Collaborating with providers and clinical teams to support care plans

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement – Up to $2,000 for continuing education
• Health, dental, and vision insurance – Starting day one
• Paid parental leave for new parents
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Career development opportunities
• $100 monthly contribution to eligible co-workers enrolled in Dependent Care FSA
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

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