Medical Assistant/LPN-Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine

Mercy

Washington, MO

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Medical Assistant, Cleanroom, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Interpersonal Skills, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Medical Assistance, Medical Office, Medical Records, Medications, Medicine, Operations, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Primary Care, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality of Care, Record Keeping, Respiratory Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Standards of Care, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Washington, MO
POSTED
3 days ago

Find your calling at Mercy!

Medical Assistants (MA) in the medical office setting supports providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner. The MA may assist with clinical procedures, maintains accurate documentation, and provides administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations. The MA functions within their defined scope of practice (based on office type clinic/HOD), under supervision, and in alignment with Mercy's mission and standards of care.

Position Details:

Medical Assistant (MA)

Full-Time | Day Shift | Join a Mission-Driven Healthcare Team

Monday thru Thursday 7:30-430 and Friday 730-1230.

Make a Difference in Patients' Lives Every Day

Are you passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to grow your healthcare career? We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Medical Assistant (MA) to join our team. In this role, you will work alongside providers to deliver exceptional patient care while supporting both clinical and administrative functions that keep our practice running smoothly.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with people, and are committed to providing outstanding patient experiences, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

Patient Care & Clinical Support

  • Welcome and room patients while creating a positive patient experience.

  • Obtain and document vital signs.

  • Complete Advanced Standard Rooming activities (Primary Care clinics only).

  • Collect and update patient medical and medication histories.

  • Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during procedures.

  • Perform basic diagnostic testing, including:

  • Urine dipsticks

  • Blood glucose testing

  • EKGs

  • Other approved tests as competency allows

  • Document patient care accurately and promptly within the electronic health record (EHR).

  • Reinforce patient education provided by physicians or nursing staff.

Administrative & Office Support

  • Schedule diagnostic testing, specialist referrals, and follow-up appointments.

  • Assist with front office operations, including:

  • Answering phones

  • Patient check-in and check-out

  • Managing faxes and scanned documents

  • Maintain accurate patient records and support efficient office workflows.

Clinic Operations & Team Collaboration

  • Ensure exam rooms are clean, organized, and fully stocked.
  • Participate in staff meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Follow all infection prevention, safety, regulatory, and compliance standards.
  • Support Mercy's mission by providing patient-centered care with professionalism and compassion.
  • Perform additional duties within the Medical Assistant scope of practice based on clinic needs and state regulations.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Ability to successfully complete MA Clinic Academy Training upon hire

Hospital Outpatient Department (HOD) Requirement

Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Preferred Qualifications

Education

  • Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Experience

  • One year of experience in an outpatient, ambulatory, or physician office setting

Additional Preferred Requirement for Non-HOD Clinics

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Skills for Success

We're looking for candidates who demonstrate:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent customer service and patient-focused care
  • Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and clinical documentation
  • Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of outpatient procedures and clinical equipment
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Dependability, professionalism, and teamwork
  • Respect for diverse patient populations and individualized care needs
  • Commitment to learning, growth, and continuous improvement

Work Environment

  • Fast-paced outpatient clinical setting
  • Frequent patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare providers
  • Hands-on use of clinical and diagnostic equipment
  • Potential exposure to infectious materials (PPE provided)
  • Opportunity to positively impact patient health and well-being every day

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to regularly push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
  • Ability to bend, kneel, reach, grip, twist, and squat while performing job duties

Why Join Our Team?

Full-Time Opportunity

Day Shift Schedule

Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment

Career Development and Training Opportunities

Meaningful Work That Impacts Patients Every Day

Mission-Driven Organization Focused on Exceptional Care

Ready to make a difference?

Apply today and become part of a healthcare team dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to every patient, every visit. ️

Why Mercy?

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.

About the Company

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Mercy

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 185 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who wanted to help the poor women and children of Dublin. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill her dreams. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to poor women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, the first religious order not bound to the rules of the cloister, whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. By the time Catherine died in 1841, there were convents in Ireland and England, and in 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1871, they traveled to St. Louis and from there throughout the Midwest, beginning what would, today be known as Mercy.

Mercy, named one of the top five large U.S. health systems in 2018, 2017 and 2016 by IBM Watson Health, serves millions annually. Mercy includes more than 40 acute care and specialty (heart, children’s, orthopedic and rehab) hospitals, 800 physician practices and outpatient facilities, 44,000 co-workers and 2,100 Mercy Clinic physicians in 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, supply chain organization, ROi, and Mercy Virtual commercially serve providers and patients in more than 20 states coast to coast.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1986
WEBSITE
https://www.mercy.net/