Medical Assistant - Bariatrics (F/T Days)
Saint Louis, MO, 63141, USA
- $100 p/year
- Healthcare
- Volunteer
- Medical Assistant
- Bariatrics
- Patient Care
The Medical Assistant in Bariatrics supports patient care by assisting nurses and physicians, maintaining examination rooms, and communicating with pharmacies and patients. They also serve as a liaison between non-clinical staff and management and train new medical receptionists. The role requires certification, clinical experience, and commitment to organizational values with benefits including tuition reimbursement and paid leave.
Overview:
Assists with all aspects of patient care as directed by nurses and physicians. Maintains examination rooms. Calls pharmacy with prescriptions and patients with test results. Acts as liaison between all non-clinical co-workers and office management. Responsible for training all new medical receptionists. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistnet with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Medical Assistant:
Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Certification: Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire .
Preferred Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office.
Certified Medical Assistant:
Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Certification: Must have active Medical Assistant certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA). Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire
Key Benefits:
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education
- Health/Dental/Vision available after day one
- Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA
- Paid parental leave for new parents
- 401k with employer match
- Paid PTO for volunteering
- Competitive salary
- Future career growth!
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.




