Medical Assistant - Pediatrics
Jordan Valley Health·Springfield, Missouri
Jordan Valley Health·Springfield, Missouri
The Medical Assistant performs both administrative tasks like scheduling and billing and clinical duties such as recording vitals and administering medications. They support physicians by preparing treatment rooms and assisting with patient examinations and laboratory specimen collection.
Description *Eligible for a $2,500 sign on bonus*
Jordan Valley Health (JVH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVH strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.
The Medical Assistant will perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.
All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVH career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Jordan Valley Health is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Required Qualifications: 1-3 years relevant clinical experience or current valid medical assistant credentials. Basic Life Support (BLS) required, must obtain within first 90 days of employment.
Graduation from a medical assistant program.
Market context
In Missouri, pediatric medical assistant roles are commonly needed in clinics and health systems that support routine child care, immunizations, and same-day visits. These positions can be competitive because employers often want candidates who combine strong patient-facing skills with required credentials like a high school diploma or GED and AHA BLS HCP certification, even when no prior experience is needed. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare the original posting and confirm whether the role fits your background before applying.
