CoxHealth·Springfield, Missouri
The Medical Assistant III performs administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry under provider supervision, alongside clinical duties like recording vital signs and preparing patients for examination. This role also involves the administration of medications.
1001 E Primrose St., Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807
Department: 1280 Plastic Surgery SGF
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
The MA III performs administrative duties that might include, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry in medical records under the direct supervision of a supervisor or provider. Clinical duties will include measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographics or medical information including review of medication list, preparing patients for examination, cleaning rooms and equipment and stocking supplies. This position will involve the administration of medications.
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent and must have graduated from or completed a formal MA training program that included pharmacology, anatomy/physiology, medication administration basics, and a clinical externship. No prior experience is required, but previous experience in healthcare or direct contact with people is preferred.
Market context
Physician openings in Missouri are typically driven by ongoing patient demand across outpatient and hospital settings, and roles like this often attract candidates who can work across state licensure requirements. Competition is usually shaped by board eligibility, active or obtainable Missouri and Kansas licensure, and readiness to meet certification and documentation expectations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and BCLS certification before applying.
