Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Growth Opportunities

Mercy Health; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off and leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the St. Vincent Medical Center Ambulatory Care Center. The role involves assisting providers, taking vital signs, documenting patient data, preparing patients for exams, and administering medications as directed within scope.

Strong communication and multitasking in a high-volume setting are essential. Preferred candidates have MA externship or clinical lab training and are enrolled in an approved MA program.

Qualifications

• High School/GED is required.
• Enrollment in an approved Medical Assistant program is required within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Document patient information and vital signs.
• Support provider with patient care under supervision.
• Assist with preparing patients for examination.
• Administer medications as directed within scope and state guidelines.
• Maintain clinical and administrative records with accuracy.
• Provide patient education and post-visit instructions.

Skills

Medical history

Vital signs

Phlebotomy basics

Patient instruction

Medication administration

Data entry

Communication

Clinical procedures

Team collaboration

Education

High School/GED

MA program enrollment

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the St. Vincent Medical Center Ambulatory Care Center. The role involves assisting providers, taking vital signs, documenting patient data, preparing patients for exams, and administering medications as directed within scope.

Strong communication and multitasking in a high-volume setting are essential. Preferred candidates have MA externship or clinical lab training and are enrolled in an approved MA program.