Primary Care Medical Assistant - Patient Care Pro

Mercy Home Health; Youngstown (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

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health in Youngstown is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the Physician Practice team in the Primary Care setting. You will work closely with the primary care physician to deliver high-quality patient care, review health records, and prepare patients for examinations while maintaining documentation accuracy.

You will greet patients warmly, verify test results, measure vital signs, and support clerical tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• MA certification within 12 months of start date; ABR-OE acceptable if MA certification cannot be obtained (not SC).
• BLS Basic Life Support certification required by hire or preferred prior to independent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and provide excellent customer service in a respectful manner.
• Review and update patient charts, verify diagnostic tests and hospital reports for accuracy.
• Measure vital signs such as pulse, respiration, blood pressure, weight and height.
• Prepare treatment rooms and equipment for upcoming examinations.
• Perform clerical duties including inventory checks, referrals tracking and answering phones.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving problems promptly.

Skills

Problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Degree or GED

Job description

Mercy Health in Youngstown is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the Physician Practice team in the Primary Care setting. You will work closely with the primary care physician to deliver high-quality patient care, review health records, and prepare patients for examinations while maintaining documentation accuracy.

You will greet patients warmly, verify test results, measure vital signs, and support clerical tasks.