Medical Assistant
Salary
$31,574.40 - $37,897.60 Annually
Location
John C. Murphy Health Clinic, 6121 North Hanley, Berkeley Mo. 63134, MO
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-00067
Department
Public Health - JC Murphy Health Center
Opening Date
07/29/2026
Closing Date
8/29/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Perform a combination of duties under the direction of a nurse or physician to assist in the examination and treatment of patients.
Checks and records patients vital signs. Draws blood and conducts other tests for the lab. Administers immunizations as ordered by the providers. Assists physicians in patient examinations by organizing and arranging instruments, leading patients into examination rooms, and holding children during examinations. Gathers and documents medical histories of patients. Performs EKGs. Maintains inventory stock of examination rooms and assures availability, complete assortment and adequate levels of supplies; instruments and rooms following examinations. Completes routine medical records and reports, provides basic patient information and instruction and performs other routine tasks under the direction of the RN to assist in the provision of good patient care. Orders, receives, and maintains inventory of supplies received by the clinic; contacts patients to reschedule missed appointments. Provides patient education to promote patient wellness and to maintain and improve health.
As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability.
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Examples of Duties
Essential Function Examples
Assist physicians in patient examinations by organizing and arranging instruments, leading patients into examination rooms and checking and recording patients height, weight and temperature.
Collect and test specimens of body fluids and wastes to advise physician of possible conditions.
Prepare instruments for sterilization and operate in-house sterilization equipment.
Complete routine medical records and reports, provide basic patient information and instruction and perform other routine tasks to assist in the provision of good patient care.
Marginal Function Examples
Contact patients to reschedule missed appointments and stress importance of adherence to medical guidelines for progress of treatment of tuberculosis or other communicable diseases.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to completion of a one-year training program at an accredited school for Medical Assistant
Preferred Qualifications:
Medical Assistant to have at least 6 months-1 year experience in OB/GYN and Adult Medicine experience.
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT:A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicants education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicants earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire. The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY:In support of commitment to the health, safety, and wellness of all staff and to be compliant with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination Rule it is the policy of the Department of Public Health that all newly hired employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Acceptable forms of proof include CDC COVID-19 vaccination cards (or legible photo), documentation from a health care provider, electronic health record, or state immunization information system record.New employees must be fully vaccinated prior to starting service for the Department, and adherence to this policy is a condition of employment. Full vaccination means having received a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) approved vaccine or vaccine series, consisting of two doses of either of the two-dose vaccines or one dose of the single-dose vaccine. For moderately or severely immunocompromised individuals, a primary series consists of a 3-dose series of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine or a single dose of Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after the second dose in a two-dose series, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. At this time, full vaccination does not require a booster shot.The meaning of "fully vaccinated" is subject to change in accordance with the most recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. For applicants with a CMS clinical contraindication to the vaccine or sincerely held religious beliefs, which prohibit them from receiving a vaccine, you may contact the Department of Public Health Office of Human Resources (DPH HR) during the hiring phase to request an exemption or reasonable accommodation. Employees granted exemption for medical or religious reasons will be required to wear facial coverings to reduce the risk of transmission to at-risk individuals in DPH facilities andsubmit to weekly COVID-19 testing. All prospective employees must read and acknowledge the Policy during the application process.
HOW TO APPLY:Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
Part-time employees receive pro-rated PTO (Paid Time Off) and holiday pay if they work 20 or more hours a week.
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Have you completed a training program at an accredited school for Medical Assistants?
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Why are you interested in working in a Clinic setting?
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Please indicate the days/times you would be available to work:
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What type of patients have you worked with (OB/GYN, medical, peds)?
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What types of lab tests do you have experience with (fingerstick, venipuncture, urine dipstick, pregnancy test)?
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Do you have experience taking vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, height and weight)?
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Do you have experience giving injections - subcutaneous (angled shots) PPD tuberculin tests (injections between layers of skin)?
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What type of equipment have you operated (hemoglobin, lead screen, audiometer)?
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Describe your experience working with medication, maintaining an inventory and ordering supplies.
Required Question
Employer St. Louis County
Address 41 South Central
7th Floor
St. Louis, Missouri, 63105
Phone 314-615-5429
Website http://www.stlouiscountymo.gov
| Location | Berkeley, MO |
| Salary | $31,574.40–$37,897.60 Per Year |