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Medical Assistant - Jackson Primary Care

St. Francis Medical Center

#Vital Signs #Patient Care #Healthcare #Primary Care #BLS Certification #Medical Assistant #Clinical Support #X-rays #CCMA

Quick overview

The medical assistant performs various patient care activities and assists providers and nursing staff to maintain high standards of care. Responsibilities include restocking supplies and maintaining a safe working environment.

Requirements summary

A high school diploma is required, while CCMA and BLS certifications are preferred. Candidates must be skilled in taking vital signs, basic computer use, and performing diagnostic procedures.

high schoolprofessional certificateQuality ControlPatient CareComputer SkillsPatient CommunicationEmergency ResponseVital SignsSupply ManagementDiagnostic TestingX-raysNon-waived Testing

Job description

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JOB SUMMARY The medical assistant performs a variety of patient care activities and assists the provider and nursing staff to maintain the highest standard practice of care.
They are responsible for restocking of supplies in the work area and maintaining a safe working environment.
JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS Type: Full Time (80 hours per 2 week pay period, with benefits) Typical hours for this position: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Education: High School Diploma or equivalent-required Certification & Licensures: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)-preferred BLS Certification Experience: Skill in taking vital signs Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and public Ability to maintain quality control standards and react calmly and effectively in emergency situations Ability to communicate clearly, as well as understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions Basic computer skills-required Ability to learn and perform diagnostic testing/procedures such as x-rays and non-waived testing ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Why Work at Saint Francis?
Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need.
What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.
Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states.
With a 306‑bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St.
Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.
You’ll find more than 50 specialties, the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU.
The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.
A Mission That Matters At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service.
Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.
Mission To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.
Vision To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.
Values You Can Feel Every Day Integrity: Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes Excellence: Always striving to be the best Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end If You’re Looking to Make a True Impact… Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.
Total Rewards Our most important asset is our colleagues.
That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs.
Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.
Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date Saint Francis Medical Services Discount Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history.
ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access To learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/.
Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at careers@sfmc.net.
Guided by our mission to provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ, Saint Francis Healthcare System delivers progressive and innovative health care services to Southeast Missouri and beyond.
Our colleagues are called to compassionately serve, while seeing others through Christ’s eyes.
Saint Francis’s commitment to excellence in quality and service is what sets us apart.

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