Medical Assistant

Medical Assistants (MA) in the medical office setting supports providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner. The MA may assist with clinical procedures, maintains accurate documentation, and provides administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations. The MA functions within their defined scope of practice (based on office type clinic/HOD), under supervision, and in alignment with Mercy's mission and standards of care.

Mercy Women's Health OB-GYN Mercy Hospital St. Louis

New Ballas Road Clinic Towers

Medical Assistant

Full Time - 40hours/week

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education 

Health/Dental/Vision available after day one 

Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA 

Paid parental leave for new parents 

401k with employer match 

Paid PTO for volunteering 

Competitive salary 

Future career growth!

Overview:

Prepares patient for visit with provider by completing Advanced Standard room process including entering the chief complaint; taking patient vital signs; reviewing patient history and allergies; completing a thorough medication reconciliation; working the Encounter Guide including helping to close any open care gaps such as fall risk, depression screening, breast cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, and diabetic eye exams; rechecking elevated blood pressures; and completing needed documentation in Epic for yearly preventative visits as needed.  

Assists with any needed in-office testing including, but not limited to, drawing blood, completing mental status exams, EKG’s, walking oxygen studies and point of care testing. 

Administer vaccines and other injections within scope of practice.  

Schedules follow up appointments when needed per office policy. 

Collaborates with providers and clinical care team to monitor and coordinate delivery of the care plan. 

Qualifications:

Medical Assistant: 
Education: High School Diploma or GED. 
Certification: Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire. 
Preferred Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience

Certified Medical Assistant: 
Education: High School Diploma or GED. 
Certification: Must have active Medical Assistant certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA). Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire