Mercy St. Louis

Medical Assistant - Cardiology


PayCompetitive
LocationSpringfield/Missouri
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 914800

      Overview

      M-F, 8-5pm

      Mercy Clinic Springfield- Cardiology

      Medical Assistant

      Key Benefits:

      • Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education
      • Health/Dental/Vision available after day one
      • Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible dependent care FSA
      • Paid parental leave for new parents
      • 401K with employer match
      • Paid PTO for volunteering
      • Competitive salary
      • Future career growth

      Overview:

      Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) . Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

      MA Qualifications:

        • Education:
          • Knowledge of medical practice, care, examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
          • Knowledge of medical equipment, instruments and safety procedures. Knowledge of medical office procedures.
        • Experience: Must have computer experience and good communication skills.
        • Certifications: Obtain CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
        • Other: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
          • Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments, medications, taking vital signs, maintaining records, recording test results and office procedures.
          • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
          • Must be able to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and policies.
          • Must be able to communicate clearly and establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff and the public.
          • Equipment Used: Must be able to operate multi-line phone, fax and computer.
        • Preferred Experience: One year medical office experience preferred. Scribing experience beneficial!
        • Preferred Certifications:
          • Medical Assistant certification from one of the approved certifying bodies:
          • AMT (American Medical Technologist)
          • AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants)
          • NCCT (competency examination).

      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.

  • About the company

      Mercy, named one of the top five large U.S. health systems for four consecutive years by IBM Watson Health, serves millions annually. Mercy is one of the nation’s most highly integrated, multi-state health care systems, including more than 40 acute care, managed and specialty (heart, children’s, orthopedic and rehab) hospitals, convenient urgent care locations, imaging centers and pharmacies. Mercy has 900 physician practices and outpatient facilities, more than 4,000 Mercy Clinic physicians and advanced practitioners and 40,000-plus co-workers serving patients and families across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. Mercy also has clinics, outpatient services and outreach ministries in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. In addition, Mercy's IT division, Mercy Technology Services, and Mercy Virtual commercially serve providers and patients from coast to coast.