Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City·Kansas City, Missouri
Provides clinical and administrative support including taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing phlebotomy. Manages patient flow, coordinates referrals, and handles care center inventory and scheduling.
Guided by our core values and commitment to your success, we provide health, financial and lifestyle benefits to ensure a best-in-class employee experience. Some of our offerings include: Highly competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits as well as a 401(k) plan that both the employee and employer contribute Annual incentive bonus plan based on company achievement of goals Time away from work including paid holidays, paid time off and volunteer time off Professional development courses, mentorship opportunities, and tuition reimbursement program Paid parental leave and adoption leave with adoption financial assistance Employee discount program
Summary: The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support as part of the care team at a Spira Care center, adapting to providers, patient needs, and workflows each day.
Spira Care was designed with our patients at the center of their Care Teams. This collaborative, patient-centered approach to primary care offers patients a one-of-a-kind healthcare experience and offers healthcare professionals an opportunity to really see the impact they can make in their patients’ lives.
Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician Take vital signs, record in EMR, perform systems review and point of care testing, and assist providers with diagnostic tests Administer immunizations, injections, or oral medications as directed by provider or standing order Perform point of care testing and assist providers with diagnostic tests, treatment and therapeutic measures, and observe and record patient reactions Perform phlebotomy, prepare designated lab work and/or specimens as directed by provider or standing order Manage patient care flow, set up exam/procedure room appropriately based on patient visit needs Perform inventory of care center supplies and dispense, order and stock care center supplies Where necessary, act as the external-facing representative for the care center (scheduling appointments over the phone, patient registration, etc.) Engage in routine patient education, self-management teaching under the direction of the provider Coordinate care with disease management or case management programs Track future patient care needs such as preventive exams, completion of outside diagnostic testing, and referrals Coordinate referrals, care gap closures, release of records, and overall care through patient and specialist outreach May be required to travel between Care Centers
Vocational or technical training as a Medical Assistant. Certified or Registered as a Medical Assistant BLS certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Maintain licensures and certifications throughout employment. Experience setting up exam rooms applying basic understanding of cleaning, sterilization, and autoclaving procedures. Spira Care has specific vaccinations requirements as a condition of employment. You must be able to comply with this condition of employment with or without a reasonable accommodation based on a sincerely held religious belief or disability.
Experience with coding and documentation for Medical Advantage and Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) coding. Spira Care is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Requires vocational or technical training as a Medical Assistant with CMA or RMA certification and BLS certification. Must have experience with exam room setup and sterilization procedures.
Market context
Medical Assistant openings in Missouri are typically steady because clinics, physician offices, and outpatient settings rely on support staff for patient flow and basic clinical tasks. This role can be competitive when employers prefer certification or prior clinical experience, even if a high school diploma or GED and current BLS are the stated requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm your BLS status and any MA certification before applying.
