Job Description:

Job Title: Medical Assistant
Location: St. Louis, Missouri (Dunnica Avenue)
Department: Primary Care
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:
Join our dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of those we serve! Preferred Family Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Medical Assistant. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting our physicians and nursing staff in providing exceptional patient care. If you have a passion for helping others and making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The Medical Assistant position offers…
• All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more
• Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
• Competitive pay and opportunities for growth and development

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist physicians and nursing staff with patient care
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment
• Take patient histories and vital signs
• Administer injections and perform lab testing and phlebotomy
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments
• Provide direct support and care to individuals as needed

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant Program or Licensed Practical Nurse in applicable state

Required License/Certification:
• CPR certification preferred

Additional Qualifications:
• Phlebotomy training and previous lab experience preferred
• One year of experience in a physician office setting preferred
• Valid driver's license in the state of residency with an acceptable driving record
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality and follow safeguarding protocols
• Basic mathematical and problem-solving skills

Keywords: Medical Assistant, Healthcare, Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Laboratory, CPR, Direct Support

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.