Medical Assistant - Des Peres - Mercy

Full Time, Day Shift

Mercy Women's Health Clinic - Des Peres

• 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, preferably in a primary care office. 
  
  
• 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

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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