Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Watson

Medical Assistant – Primary Care

Location : Mercy 7345 Watson

7345 Watson Rd.

Saint Louis, MO 63119

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 à Advanced MA – 4% base increase

Advanced MA à Lead MA – 8% base increase

MA à Certified MA – 6% base increase

Certified MA à Advanced Certified MA – 8% base increase

Advanced Certified MA à 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

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