Medical Assistant - St. James Family Medicine, Full Time

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Profile Summary
Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient Care MA works directly with Mercy Primary Care Providers to provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care in a systematic way. The Primary Care Patient Care MA will partner with patients, providers, and other members of the clinical care team to drive quality outcomes for all patients. Duties and responsibilities will be performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Works well as a member of a team; willing to collaborate with all members of the care team
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Customer service orientation
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Flexible and positive attitude.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Self-directed and able to perform tasks that are in scope of practice independently with minimal oversight

Preferred Qualifications:

Education Preferred: Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program
Experience Preferred: One year of applicable patient care experience or applicable medical office experience as defined by the clinic

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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