Medical Assistant III - Family Medical Care Center

Job Summary

The MA III at CoxHealth South is responsible for performing both administrative and clinical duties under the supervision of a supervisor or provider. Duties may include answering phones, scheduling appointments, data entry, measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographic or medical information, preparing patients for examination, cleaning rooms and equipment, and stocking supplies. This position also involves the administration of medications.

About the Role

CoxHealth South is located at 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807. It is part of CoxHealth, a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. CoxHealth is recognized for workplace excellence and innovation, earning multiple honors including being named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work five times and Forbes’ Best Employers for New Grads.

Responsibilities

• Answering phones and scheduling appointments
• Data entry in medical records
• Making measurements and recording vital signs
• Collecting and reviewing patient medical information
• Preparing patients for examinations
• Cleaning rooms and equipment
• Stocking supplies
• Administering medications

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Required effective 9/1/20: Graduated from a formal MA training program that includes pharmacology, anatomy/physiology, the basics of medication administration, and a clinical externship
• No prior experience required, but preferred are previous experience in direct contact with people and in health care settings, particularly ambulatory clinics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team
• Proficient computer skills

Qualifications

• Required: Certification or registration from a CoxHealth approved certification program: CMA/AAMA, RMA/AMT, CCMA/NHA, NRCMA/NAHP, NCMA/NCCT, RMA/AAMP

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team
• Carry out delegated tasks under supervision of a provider
• Proficient Computer skills

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hours/week). For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Day Shift (8 AM to 5 PM)