Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Position at Barnes-Jewish HospitalCome join our team as a full-time Medical Assistant with BJC at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. This is a rare opportunity to join a great team!$2,500 Sign-On Bonus EligibleDay ShiftBenefit EligibleRole PurposeThis position provides support to the clinical care team under the direction of the nursing staff. Duties include support of the outpatient visit through selected tasks according to practice protocols and procedures.ResponsibilitiesCleans, prepares and stocks supplies in exam rooms.Performs clinical skills such as point of care testing and EKGs. Maintains accurate and prompt documentation in the medical record.Supports the outpatient encounter with knowledge of patient flow (including scheduling appointments, tests, and lab work), insurance processes, and coordination of resources including durable medical equipment.Assist, as trained, in outpatient procedural visits through duties such as the set-up of instruments, labeling of specimens, and general chaperoning of patient exams.Obtains patient information including vital signs, patient histories and other health information through the medical record and patient screening. Relays important information to the health care team in a timely manner.BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.Minimum RequirementsEducationHigh School Diploma or GEDExperience <2 yearsLicenses & CertificationsCert/Reg in Area of ExpertisePreferred RequirementsExperience2-5 yearsSupervisor ExperienceNo ExperienceBenefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistance*Not all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer