What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at CommonSpirit Health?
Where You’ll Work
At CHI Mercy Health, you'll discover a place where your professional growth is deeply valued within a truly supportive and rewarding environment. For over a century, our commitment to Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence, and Collaboration has guided every interaction, shaping how we care for our patients and uplift one another. Today, as CHI Mercy Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. We are proud of our state-of-the- art care and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join CHI Mercy Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual seeking a role where your skills directly impact patient well-being? Do you thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment, ready to be at the forefront of providing exceptional care? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our growing team as a Medical Assistant!
We believe in empowering our Medical Assistants to utilize their full range of skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. You'll play a critical role in the patient journey, directly contributing to positive health outcomes and building meaningful connections. We offer a culture that values teamwork, continuous learning, and a commitment to delivering the highest standards of care.
As a Medical Assistant, You Will Be Essential To:
- Empowering Patient Journeys: Be the first point of contact, performing crucial preliminary patient assessments that set the stage for effective treatment.
- Preparing for Healing: Expertly prepare patients for their appointments, ensuring comfort and readiness for their healthcare provider.
- Lifesaving Care, Delivered: Administer vital medications and vaccinations, directly contributing to the health and well-being of our community.
- Unveiling Vital Information: Confidently collect blood samples and perform EKGs, providing critical data for accurate diagnoses.
- Becoming a Certified Professional: If you're a Certified Medical Assistant, your expertise is highly valued. If not, we're committed to supporting you in achieving your certification, empowering your professional growth!
Shift: Monday - Friday 7am - 5pm
Pay Range: Certified $20.86 - $29.46; Non-Certified $18.06 - $25.51 (certification required after hire)
Student Loan Repayment Program offered!
Job Requirements
We are seeking individuals who are passionate about patient care and possess:
- A Foundation in Excellence: High School Diploma or GED.
- A Heart for Helping: Medical Assistant experience is preferred, demonstrating your commitment to this vital field.
- The Drive to Succeed: A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential is required if hired as a CMA. Don't have it yet? No problem! Non-certified medical assistants will be required to become certified after hire, and we'll support you on that journey.
- A Commitment to Safety: American Heart Association BLS for Health Care Providers is required within 30 days of hire.
Salary : $18 - $29