Medical Assistant - Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine

Medical Assistant - Mercy Clinic Southfork Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine

Location:Mercy Southfork
12700 Southfork Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63128

Schedule:Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (40 hours/week)

Join our dedicated team at Mercy Clinic Southfork, specializing in Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine. We're seeking a compassionate and detail-orientedMedical Assistantto support our providers and deliver exceptional patient care in a collaborative clinical environment.

At Mercy, we're committed to providing exceptional care to our patients-and outstanding support to our team members. When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• • Comprehensive Benefits Starting Day One

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (United Healthcare)
  • Generous Paid Time Off (Up to 34 days annually including holidays, vacation, personal time, and short-term illness)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement (Up to $2,000 per fiscal year)
  • Monthly $100 contribution for eligible Dependent Care FSA participants
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Free Parking
  • Competitive Salary and Career Advancement Opportunities

Assists the physician and office staff with performance of 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 co-workers, 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for provider visits using the Advanced Standard Rooming Process:
  • Document chief complaint
  • Record vital signs and review medical history and allergies
  • Complete medication reconciliation
  • Address care gaps (e.g., screenings for fall risk, depression, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, diabetic eye exams)
  • Recheck elevated blood pressures
  • Document preventative visit details in Epic
• Perform in-office testing (e.g., blood draws, EKGs, mental status exams, oxygen studies, point-of-care testing)
• Administer vaccines and injections within scope of practice
• Schedule follow-up appointments per office policy
• Collaborate with providers and care team to support care plan delivery

Qualifications:

Primary Care Assistant - 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.

Primary Care - 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.

LPN Qualifications:

Education: Diploma in Practical Nursing

Licensure: Active LPN licensure

Preferred Experience: 6 months clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office

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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