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Primary Care-Certified Medical Assistant

Mercy
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Missouri, Ballwin
15945 Clayton Road (Show on map)
Nov 05, 2025
Primary Care Medical Assistant Schedule: 40 hours/week, Day Shift Location: Mercy Hospital St. Louis - Ballwin, Mo Earn your MA Certification with Mercy! Why Join Mercy? We offer more than just a job - we offer a career with purpose, growth, and support. As a Mercy caregiver, you'll enjoy: Competitive salary Tuition reimbursement - Up to $2,000 for continuing education Health, dental, and vision insurance - Starting day one Paid parental leave for new parents 401(k) with employer match Paid time off for volunteering Career development opportunities $100 monthly contribution to eligible co-workers enrolled in Dependent Care FSA What You'll Do As a Medical Assistant in Primary Care, you'll be a vital part of the patient experience and care team. Your responsibilities include: Preparing patients for provider visits using the Advanced Standard Rooming Process: Documenting chief complaints Taking vitals, reviewing history and allergies Completing medication reconciliation Addressing care gaps (e.g., screenings, diabetic eye exams) Rechecking elevated blood pressures Documenting preventive visit details in Epic Performing in-office testing: Blood draws, mental status exams, EKGs, oxygen studies, point-of-care testing Administering vaccines and injections within scope Scheduling follow-up appointments per office policy Collaborating with providers and clinical teams to support care plans Qualifications Primary Care Assistant - MA Education: High School Diploma or GED Certification: BLS required within 90 days of hire Preferred Experience: 6+ months in clinical healthcare, ideally in primary care Primary Care - Certified MA Education: High School Diploma or GED Certification: Active MA certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA) BLS: Required within 90 days of hire LPN Option Education: Diploma in Practical Nursing Licensure: Active LPN license Preferred Experience: 6+ months in clinical healthcare, preferably primary care EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans RMA, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, CMA, CCMA, Clinic Medical Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Medical Technologist, Phlebotomy, Phlebotomist, CNA, Certified Nurse Assistant, EMT, Emergency Medical Tech, Clinic Technician, Technician, Health Care Tech, healthcare