Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Chippewa

Find your calling at Mercy! Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient Care MA works directly with Mercy Primary Care Providers to provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care in a systematic way. The Primary Care Patient Care MA will partner with patients, providers, and other members of the clinical care team to drive quality outcomes for all patients. Duties and responsibilities will be performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details : Medical Assistant - Primary Care Mercy Family Medicine Chippewa 6435 Chippewa Street Saint Louis, MO 63109 Schedule : Full-time, 40 hours / week Hours : Monday - Friday, Day Shift Grow Your Career with Mercy : Join Our Medical Assistant Academy and Take the First Step Toward MA Certification! Medical Assistant Career Ladder Outline : MA to Advanced MA - 4% base increase Advanced MA to Lead MA - 8% base increase MA to Certified MA - 6% base increase Certified MA to Advanced Certified MA - 8% base increase Advanced Certified MA to Lead MA - 8% base increase Total increase opportunity at 18% of entry base rate as a Medical Assistant! Position Overview : Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient Care MA works directly with Mercy Primary Care Providers to provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care in a systematic way. The Primary Care Patient Care MA will partner with patients, providers, and other members of the clinical care team to drive quality outcomes for all patients. Duties and responsibilities will be performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Qualifications : Primary Care Assistant - 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, preferably in a primary care office. Primary Care - 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. Why You'll Love Working Here Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One : Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare Generous PTO - Up to 34 days annually , including holidays, vacation, personal time, and short-term illness Paid Parental Leave - Supporting you and your growing family 401(k) with Employer Match - Invest in your future with confidence Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $2,000 / year for continuing education Dependent Care FSA Contribution - $100 / month for eligible participants Paid Volunteer Time - Give back to your community while on the clock Free Parking - Convenience that saves you time and money Career Growth Opportunities - Advance your skills and grow within Mercy 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. d24ad0b8-823f-4e68-a892-2986ccdf7392