Medical Assistant - Piedmont

Job Summary

The medical assistant performs a variety of patient care activities and assists the provider and nursing staff to maintain the highest standard practice of care. They are responsible for restocking of supplies in the work area and maintaining a safe working environment.

High School Diploma or equivalent-required

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)-preferred

BLS Certification- required within 90 days of hire

• Skill in taking vital signs
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and public
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to communicate clearly, as well as understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions

Ability to learn and perform diagnostic testing/procedures such as x-rays and non-waived testing

Saint Francis Healthcare System is committed to a compensation philosophy that aligns to the fiftieth percentile of the marketplace, while also crediting applicable and/or relevant work experience when computing compensation offers for selected candidates. Internal equity is factored into all offers presented to candidates.

Minimum hourly rate: $17.03/hour

A relevant and up to date general benefits description may be found on our website:

Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.

Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center
, nearly 3,000 team members
, and over 300 providers
, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.

You’ll find more than 50 specialties
, the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center
, and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU
. The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.

At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.

To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.

To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.

• Integrity:
  Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching
• Stewardship:
  Managing resources wisely for the future
• Faith:
  Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
• Hope:
  Lifting up those who feel discouraged
• Joy:
  Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
• Compassion:
  Seeing others through Christ's eyes
• Excellence:
  Always striving to be the best
• Dignity:
  Respecting human life from beginning to end

Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.

Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for…