Medical Assitant

Mercy Medical Center, Inc.; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) retirement plan with company it

Paid Time Off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee wellness programs

Disability benefits

Discounts on insurance and Verizon

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a PRN Medical Office Specialist (Medical Assistant) for the Lung Center. The role involves front and back office duties in an outpatient pulmonary setting, with travel to multiple locations including Reisterstown and Ellicott City.

A High School Diploma or GED is required and at least one year of medical office experience is preferred. CPR certification is preferred; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and EPIC (if applicable) is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience preferred in a medical office setting.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Front Office: greet patients, schedule/confirm appointments, verify insurance and collect payments.
• Back Office: take vital signs, record medical histories, update EHR, provide patient education.

Skills

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Epic (if applicable)

Performance Manager/NetLearning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC Systems

Job description

Summary

Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center – Now Hiring a PRN Medical Office Specialist (Medical Assistant) for our Lung Center!

Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi‑time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025.

As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work and contributing to a mission of compassionate care, we invite you to apply today and join our Mercy family.

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant provides Front/Back office duties to various pulmonary providers in an outpatient setting. Candidate must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel to multiple locations. Locations include Reisterstown and Ellicott City.

Front Office Duties

• Greet patients in a courteous and friendly manner, providing a welcoming atmosphere.
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments and procedures
• Verify patient insurance information and collect co-pays or fees as needed.
• Answer phone calls, respond to inquiries, and provide information to patients and other callers.
• Complete patient check-in and check-out processes

Back Office Duties

• Take patient vital signs, record medical histories, and update electronic health records (EHR).
• Provide patient education and instructions as directed by healthcare providers.

Education and Work Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• A minimum of one year experience, preferrably in a medical office setting.

License Requirements

• N/A

Certification Requirements

• CPR-preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Epic (if applicable to position)
• Performance Manager/NetLearning

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
• Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

Other Requirements

• Required to travel to satellite offices

Min

USD $20.32/Hr.

Max

USD $33.53/Hr.

Benefits

Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category

• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
• Voluntary Benefits
• Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
• Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values

EEO Statement

Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.