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Complete Family Medicine

Medical Assistant

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What they do

A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.

$40,867 / year median in Missouri

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Medical Assistant
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required
  • Graduate of a Medical Assistant program required, associates preferred, diploma will be considered
  • Certified Medical Assistant preferred
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
  • Ability to prioritize patient needs and tasks
  • Must maintain current CPR certification
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to lift and assist patients
  • Ability to assess patient, perform vital signs, and complete appropriate, required documentation