Lead Medical Assistant

Additional Information About the Role Come join our team as a full-time Lead Medical Assistant with BJC Medical Group in Alton, Illinois, this is a rare opportunity to join a great team! 40-Hours per week Day Shift Benefit Eligible NO CALL, NO WEEKENDS, NO HOLIDAYS Overview BJC Medical Group is the multi‑specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area. Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world? best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care. BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose Responsible for leading a team of Medical Assistants in providing patient care under the direction of a physician or other licensed provider. Serves as an experienced role model within the practice supporting compliance, providing cross-training, following practice protocols and performing procedures within the practice. Responsibilities Manages inventory and tracking of medications and supplies. Ensures practice is in compliance with OSHA and all protocols/procedures in the delivery of patient care. Acts as MA clinical subject matter expert to assist practice management in oversight of coverage and daily patient operations. Monitors MA required training and certification records and ensures everyone is in compliance with HR. Performs triage of incoming escalated patient requests. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience 2-5 years Supervisor Experience Licenses & Certifications Cert/Reg in Area of Expertise Preferred Requirements Experience 5-10 years Supervisor Experience 2-5 years Licenses & Certifications Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At 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 date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr