Medical Assistant - Southside FP - P/T Or F/T

Esse Health is the largest independent physician practice in the St. Louis Metropolitan area with over 100+ physicians, in over 35+ locations, serving nearly 130,000 patients. We are leading the health care community by placing patients and their physicians at the center of health decisions. Esse Health is more than a healthcare provider - it's a place where medicine is a calling and not just a profession. It's a team of extraordinary medical professionals with the latest ideas for keeping patients healthier.

$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE!!

Join Our Team:

We are searching for a part-time or full-time Medical Assistant for our Southside Family Practice office located at 1031 Bellevue Avenue in Richmond Heights.

Opportunity:

• Part-time or full-time opening - you choose!
• 3, 4 or 5 days a week, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays may end earlier at around 3:30 p.m.
• Benefit eligibility depends upon number of hours worked
• Outpatient clinical practice

Day-to-Day:

• Perform back office functions
• Assist the provider in the interviewing, examination and treatment of patients
• Measure vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in the electronic health record (NextGen)
• Answer phones
• Coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team

Who we are seeking (preferred):

• The Medical Assistant is highly visible in their interactions with patients and must therefore project a positive office image at all times including smiling, greeting patients with enthusiasm, and maintaining an upbeat, positive attitude in all interactions with patients and coworkers.
• Formal training which will probably be indicated by a graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• CPR Certification.
• PC/Windows proficiency.
• Medical coding familiarity.
• Willingness to assign high priority to patient comfort and satisfaction.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to work compatibly with physicians, coworkers, and employees in other departments.

What We Offer:

• Physician-led, supportive practice environment

• Benefits within your first 30 days (minimum hours worked must be met to be eligible)

• Available benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Fraud Protection, Legal, Pet and other miscellaneous

• Generous PTO policy + 9 paid holidays (minimum hours worked must be met to be eligible)

• 401k match + profit sharing

• Tuition reimbursement (minimum hours worked must be met to be eligible)

• Wellness program

• Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship

• Emphasis on work-life balance

EOE