What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Express Care position at Jefferson City Medical Group (JCMG)?
Position posted: 9/28/2026
RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Specific Competencies:
Job Specific Competencies:
- Admits patients to the clinic bay and assists the physician and/or nurse to provide physical care for the patient before, during, and after examinations and procedures.
- Performs routine clerical activities required for efficient operation of the ambulatory clinic.
- Provides appropriate safety and infection control measures.
- Appropriately utilizes facility communication and information systems and equipment.
JCMG Core Competencies:
- Strives for continuous quality improvement.
- Participates in educational experiences designed to maintain and/or improve professional competence.
- Maintains high work ethic standards.
- Provides quality customer service to staff, patients and visitors at all times.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- High School diploma or GED, some college preferred.
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant (MA) training program preferred, but not required.
Experience:
- Prefer previous experience as an MA in the ambulatory care setting, but not required.
Certification/License:
- Prefer certified MA
- BCLS certification or obtain within 3 months of hire
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Medical terminology
- Basic computer skills
- Completed JCMG’s Pharmacology training.
- For administration of injectable medications, must have successfully completed 20 injections with an approved mentor and must complete JCMG competency testing and successful completion of return demonstration.
- Staff with prior job experience without formal training is encouraged to sign up for JCMG’s Medical Assistant Program.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Works in heated and air-conditioned area; may be exposed to infectious material and contagious conditions including exposure to patient body fluids, including blood and contaminated sharps; potential for exposure to hazardous disinfecting chemicals; must follow universal precautions and utilize personal protective equipment.
BENEFITS
- Health insurance & employer paid short- and long-term disability
- Generous PTO policy, beginning at 148-hours annually
- 56 hours paid Holiday Leave
- Employer Retirement Plan (401K) with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement and other professional advancements, including a Medical Assistant training program
Salary : $18 - $22