Primary Care Assistant - MA (Non-Exempt)

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Mercy Hospital Washington Until 8/31/2026 6+ years exp First posted July 2, 2026 Last posted July 2, 2026
Job description

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:

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.

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.

About this role

Summary

Assist primary care providers by supporting patient care and clinical tasks in a healthcare setting.

Job title

Primary Care Assistant - MA (Non-Exempt)

Experience level

6 months of clinical healthcare experience

Minimum experience

6+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Washington, DC area, no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diploma or GEDBLS certification within 90 daysactive medical assistant certification (RMA, CCMA, CMA)

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

medical assistingprimary care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Washington, DC, USA

On-site City