Mercy Clinic Pediatrics Wentzville

Medical Assistant

Full Time - 40hours/week

Mercy 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 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

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