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Assists the physician and office staff with selected duties to include clerical processing, patient preparation, scheduling, lab, x-ray and medical records. As directed, performs patient care activities consistent with the established standards of nursing practice. The incumbent in this position shall carry out his or her responsibilities and integrate into his or her work ethic the Mercy Philosophy of caring for the sick and suffering, respect for human life and the dignity of each person, applying Christian values to all crucial human issues in the area over which he or she has responsibility. In communicating with patients, families, visitors and employees, a caring, friendly, personal and professional approach is expected. Performs related duties as assigned. All the duties, responsibilities and qualifications documented in this job description are subject to reasonable accommodation. This job description is not to be construed as a detailed statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Mercy coworkers are expected to comply with all federal, state and local regulations in addition to organization policy and procedures.

Position Details:

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Primary Care Medical Assistant

🕒 Schedule: 40 hours/week, Day Shift

💙 Why Join Mercy?

We offer more than just a job — we offer a career with purpose, growth, and support. As a Mercy caregiver, you’ll enjoy:

• 💰 Competitive salary
• 🎓 Tuition reimbursement – Up to $2,000 for continuing education
• 🩺 Health, dental, and vision insurance – Starting day one
• 👶 Paid parental leave for new parents
• 💼 401(k) with employer match
• 🤝 Paid time off for volunteering
• 📈 Career development opportunities
• 👨‍👩‍👧 $100 monthly contribution to eligible co-workers enrolled in Dependent Care FSA

🩺 What You’ll Do

As a Medical Assistant in Primary Care, you’ll be a vital part of the patient experience and care team. Your responsibilities include:

Preparing patients for provider visits using the Advanced Standard Rooming Process:

• Documenting chief complaints
• Taking vitals, reviewing history and allergies
• Completing medication reconciliation
• Addressing care gaps (e.g., screenings, diabetic eye exams)
• Rechecking elevated blood pressures
• Documenting preventive visit details in Epic

🔬 Performing in-office testing:

• Blood draws
• Mental status exams
• EKGs
• Oxygen studies
• Point-of-care testing

Administering vaccines and injections within scope

Scheduling follow-up appointments per office policy

Collaborating with providers and clinical teams to support care plans

Qualifications

Primary Care Assistant – MA

• 🎓 Education: High School Diploma or GED
• 🩺 Certification: BLS required within 90 days of hire
• ⭐ Preferred Experience: 6+ months in clinical healthcare, ideally in primary care

Primary Care – Certified MA

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Certification: Active MA certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA)
• BLS: Required within 90 days of hire

LPN Option

• Education: Diploma in Practical Nursing
• Licensure: Active LPN license
• Preferred Experience: 6+ months in clinical healthcare, preferably primary care

Why Mercy?

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.