Ada - Medical Assistant I - Full time / Days

Mercy; Ada (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy in Ada, Oklahoma is hiring Medical Assistants for outpatient offices to support providers with direct and indirect patient care, documentation, and administrative tasks. The role requires performing clinical tasks, maintaining chart accuracy, and helping ensure smooth daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, MA Clinic Academy training, and BLS for hospital outpatient settings; preferred candidates include graduates of an accredited MA program and pulmonary

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• BLS certification required for Hospital Outpatient Departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with clinical procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation.
• Provide administrative support for daily operations.
• Stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and use clinical equipment.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

EHR proficiency

Multitasking

Clinical documentation

Patient-centered care

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MA Clinic Academy training

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Medical Assistants (MA) in the medical office setting supports providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner. The MA may assist with clinical procedures, maintains accurate documentation, and provides administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations. The MA functions within their defined scope of practice (based on office type clinic/HOD), under supervision, and in alignment with Mercy's mission and standards of care.

Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.

Additional minimum requirement(s) only for Hospital Outpatient Departments:

Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Experience: Pulmonary experience. One year of experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting.

Additional preferred requirement(s) for non-HOD Clinics:

Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Knowledge of common outpatient procedures and equipment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth.
• Demonstrates knowledge of varying differences and behaviors among populations served.

Work Environment:

• Outpatient clinical setting with frequent patient interaction.
• Requires standing, walking, lifting, and use of clinical equipment.
• Potential exposure to infectious materials; PPE provided.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

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.

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