Certified Medical Assistant
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$16 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | 817 S Mount Auburn Rd Cape Girardeau, Missouri open_in_new |
About this job
Location
Mercy Hospital Southeast
1701 Lacey Street
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Department
Primary Care Clinic
Hours/Schedule
Full-Time (40-hrs per week)
Days
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• Must have completed all MA Competencies
Certification:
• Must actively maintain MA certification.
• Caregivers must actively maintain their certification, or they will be transitioned to the Medical Assistant title.
• Caregivers can be hired as a Certified Medical Assistant if they are a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant.
Additional minimum requirement(s) only for Hospital Outpatient Departments
- Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: One year of applicable patient care experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting.
Education: Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program
Preferred requirement(s) for non-HOD Clinics:
- Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Complete Advanced Standard Rooming with overall achievement >= 90% for the last 6 months including:
- AWV questionnaire and documentation.
- Thorough Medication Reconciliation
- Closing all open care gaps as indicated Encounter Guide (Fall Risk, Depression, Breast Cancer Screening, Colorectal Cancer Screening, and Diabetes Eye Exam)
- Blood Pressure Recheck for patients with elevated initial blood pressure reading
- Completion of Patient Experience Conversation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Knowledge of common outpatient procedures and equipment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth.
• Demonstrates knowledge of varying differences and behaviors among populations served.
Work Environment:
• Outpatient clinical setting with frequent patient interaction.
• Requires standing, walking, lifting, and use of clinical equipment.
• Potential exposure to infectious materials; PPE provided.
Physical Requirements:
• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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