CoxHealth
Medical Assistant III
CoxHealth, Springfield, Illinois, United States
About Us
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, five emergency rooms, and over 80 clinics. Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times. Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek. Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024. Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri. Job Summary
This Medical Assistant role plays a crucial part in the day-to-day operations of CoxHealth Neurosurgery Clinic. Enjoy having weekends off with a consistent schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, where you will work closely with highly-rated healthcare professionals performing administrative and clinical duties. Administrative Duties:
Scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records. Clinical Duties:
Taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, and drawing blood under the direction and support of clinic providers. Benefits
Competitive salary with an estimated annual salary of $45,000-$60,000 based on experience and qualifications. $4,000 Sign-On Bonus 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus if applicable Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $1.00 Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more Requirements
Education:
Graduated from a formal MA training program that included pharmacology class, anatomy/physiology, the basics of medication administration, and completion of a clinical externship, OR graduated with an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma. Experience:
None required, but previous experience in a health care setting, particularly in an ambulatory clinic setting, is preferred. Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team, carry out delegated tasks as directed by supervisors or with provider oversite, proficient Computer skills. Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Certification from a program recognized by CoxHealth - CMA (AAMA – American Association of Medical Assistants) OR RMA (AMT – American Medical Technologist, or American Association of Medical Personnel) OR NCMA (NCCT - National Center for Competency Testing), CCMA (NHA - National Healthcareer Association), NRCMA (NAHP- National Association for Health Professionals ), OR LPN. Must obtain American Heart Association BLS within 90 days of hire.
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, five emergency rooms, and over 80 clinics. Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times. Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek. Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024. Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri. Job Summary
This Medical Assistant role plays a crucial part in the day-to-day operations of CoxHealth Neurosurgery Clinic. Enjoy having weekends off with a consistent schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, where you will work closely with highly-rated healthcare professionals performing administrative and clinical duties. Administrative Duties:
Scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records. Clinical Duties:
Taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, and drawing blood under the direction and support of clinic providers. Benefits
Competitive salary with an estimated annual salary of $45,000-$60,000 based on experience and qualifications. $4,000 Sign-On Bonus 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus if applicable Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $1.00 Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more Requirements
Education:
Graduated from a formal MA training program that included pharmacology class, anatomy/physiology, the basics of medication administration, and completion of a clinical externship, OR graduated with an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma. Experience:
None required, but previous experience in a health care setting, particularly in an ambulatory clinic setting, is preferred. Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team, carry out delegated tasks as directed by supervisors or with provider oversite, proficient Computer skills. Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Certification from a program recognized by CoxHealth - CMA (AAMA – American Association of Medical Assistants) OR RMA (AMT – American Medical Technologist, or American Association of Medical Personnel) OR NCMA (NCCT - National Center for Competency Testing), CCMA (NHA - National Healthcareer Association), NRCMA (NAHP- National Association for Health Professionals ), OR LPN. Must obtain American Heart Association BLS within 90 days of hire.