Medical Assistant - Women's Health Job Listing at Mercy in O'Fallon, MO (Job ID 932786)

Description

M-F, 7:30am-4pm

Women's Health Clinic

• 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:

• Minimum Required Qualifications
  
  • Education:High School diploma or GED.
  • Preferred Experience: 3 years work experience as a Medical Assistant. Experience credit may be given for relevant healthcare experience with approved exception.
  •  Preferred Certification/Registration:Medical Assistant certification from one of the Mercy approved certifying bodies. Obtain CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
  • Other Skills and Knowledge:
    • Successful completion of Clinic Academy or completed within 30 days if they are new to the Medical Assistant role.
    • Successful completion of the Clinic Competency Checklist annually.
    • Exhibit critical thinking skills, initiative and have knowledge of chronic diseases. 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.
    • Must be able to operate multi-line phone, fax and computer. 
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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.