Medical Assistant - Mercy Clinic Primary Care - Columbia, IL

Find your calling at Mercy!

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:

Medical Assistant

Full Time, 40 Hours/Week

Mercy Clinic Primary Care - Columbia, Illinois

1019 Valmeyer Road

Columbia, IL 62236

Qualifications:

*MA Certification Not Required

Primary Care Assistant - Medical Assistant:

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Certification: Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office.

Primary Care - Certified Medical Assistant:

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Certification: Must have active Medical Assistant certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA). Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities include:

• Support primary care providers by coordinating patient care and ensuring a positive patient experience.
• Room patients, obtain vitals, complete intake, medication reconciliation, and Epic documentation.
• Perform in‑office testing, administer injections/vaccines, and assisted with procedures.
• Support preventive care through screenings, care gap closure, referrals, and follow‑up scheduling.
• Assist with orders, prior authorizations, inventory, and general clinic operations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare

• Generous PTO – Up to 34 days annually, including holidays, vacation, personal time, and short-term illness

• Paid Parental Leave – Supporting you and your growing family

• 401(k) with Employer Match – Invest in your future with confidence

• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $2,000/year for continuing education

• Dependent Care FSA Contribution – $100/month for eligible participants

• Paid Volunteer Time – Give back to your community while on the clock

• Free Parking – Convenience that saves you time and money

• Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and grow within Mercy

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.