SSM Health·Saint Louis County, Missouri
The Medical Assistant provides clinical support by interviewing patients, measuring vital signs, and assisting with treatments under the direction of a provider. They also manage clerical tasks, maintain treatment rooms, and transcribe patient orders including labs and medications.
It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Medical Group Fenton Smizer Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Department: Internal Medicine Schedule: M-F Day Shift | No Weekends or Holidays Location: Smizer Mill, Fenton MO Role: Medical Assistant Medical Assistant Certified / Registered, or Licensed Practical Nurse Job Summary: Provides assistance with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a registered nurse or provider (physician or advanced practice provider).
Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse.
Performs select clinical duties.
Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information on patients' charts.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Performs basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, scheduling patients, and filing.
Performs basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.
Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
May document the provider's encounter with patients.
Lists all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.
Transcribes patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience Wisconsin ONLY - High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience, and graduate from medical assistant school or training program or education equivalency for certification EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking.
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Occasional lifting/moving patients.
Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
Occasional driving.
Required professional license and/Or certifications
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Candidates must possess a High School diploma or GED and hold a valid medical assistant certification such as CCMA, CMA, or RMA. Additionally, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers is required.
Market context
In Missouri, support-services roles tied to case management and community outreach often draw steady demand from healthcare and community-based employers, especially when local travel and EMR use are part of the job. These positions are competitive because employers want candidates with a relevant certification, 1-3 years of experience, and comfort working across sites within a 45-mile radius. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification, EMR background, and travel readiness before applying.
