Primary Care - Medical Assistant

mercy; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off for volunteering

Career development opportunities

Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Primary Care Medical Assistant to support physicians and office staff. You will prepare patients, take vitals, document histories, and assist with in-office testing and vaccines, delivering compassionate care aligned with Mercy values.

This 40-hour, day-shift role offers tuition reimbursement, benefits from day one, and opportunities for career development within a faith-based healthcare system that values service, teamwork, and patient dignity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• 6+ months of clinical healthcare experience preferred.
• Active MA certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA) preferred for certified MA path.
• LPN license may be considered in the LPN option path.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for visits using standard rooming process and document chief complaints.
• Take vitals, review history and allergies, complete medication reconciliation.
• Perform in-office tests: blood draws, EKGs, and oxygen studies; administer vaccines.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and collaborate with providers on care plans.

Skills

Vital signs

Documentation

Patient prep

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

MA certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA)

LPN license (optional path)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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

Earn Your MA Certification with Mercy!

Primary Care Medical Assistant

Schedule: 40 hours/week, Day Shift

Why Join Mercy?

• 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

• 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.