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Medical Assistant (MA) — OB/GYN — Marshall Nemer Pavilion

Mercy Health·Paducah, Kentucky

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

Provides direct and indirect patient care, including collecting vital signs and documenting patient needs under provider direction. Performs clinical tasks such as administering medications, collecting specimens, and preparing patients for examinations.

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours

  • 40
  • Work
  • Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America) Medical Assistant – Job Profile Optimization 02/04/2026 Mercy Health Intro paragraph As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Medical Assistant –
  • Marshall
  • Nemer
  • Pavilion
  • Job
  • Summary: The Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled clinical professional that provides indirect and/or direct patient care within the scope of practice and in alignment with the standards of excellence and quality. Under the direction of the provider, the Medical Assistant contributes to the completion of the patient’s chief complaint (including, but not limited, to respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, height, weight, and temperature), documents patient/family needs, participates in planning and implementing care for patients, and may administers ordered medications (oral, injection, topically, etc.) within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines.
  • Essential
  • Functions: Understands and adheres to the legal responsibilities and requirements within the Medical Assistant role. Identifies significant changes in patient condition through data collection and reports them to the provider. Troubleshoots issues and escalate problems to provider, direct supervisor, or appropriate internal resource. Demonstrates standards of excellence in care in all interactions, for both internal and external customers. Maintains clinical and administrative skills per the departmental competency guidelines to meet patient care and daily operational needs. Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

  • High School/GED (required) Enrollment in an approved Medical Assistant program (required within 30 days employment)
  • Required
  • Licensing &
  • Certifications: Active Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required within 12 months of start date): Certified Medical Assistant (CMA); American Association of Medical Assisting Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); American Medical Technologists Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)(not accepted in the state of South Carolina) Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA); National Association for Health Professionals (not accepted in the state of South Carolina) (NRCMA or NCMA certifications are not accepted in the state of South Carolina) If incumbent is unable to obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable (not accepted in the state of South Carolina) BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at
  • BSMH)
  • Experience: Completion of externship or clinical lab training (preferred) 1 year of recent
  • Medical
  • Assisting experience (preferred)
  • Skills &
  • Abilities: Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records. Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height. Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician. Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing. Provide authorized prescription and drug refill information for pharmacies as directed by provider. Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients. Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies. Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses. Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms. Successfully completes skills or competency checklists to be able to help physicians examine and treat patients, performing such tasks as handing them instruments, giving injections, removing sutures, changing dressings on wounds. Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to collaboratively work with patients, families, and teams within a high-volume environment. Medical terminology Attention to detail Ability to multitask Ability to use standard office equipment (i.e. computer, copier, phone, fax machine)
  • Training: None Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department

Obstetrics/Gynecology Physicians - MHP Kentucky Specialty Care It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.

Requirements

Requires a High School diploma or GED and enrollment in an approved Medical Assistant program. Active MA certification and BLS certification are required within specific timeframes from the start date.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Multitasking
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Care
  • Phlebotomy
  • Medical Terminology
  • Sterilization
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Office Equipment Operation
  • Medical Record Documentation
  • Patient Interviewing
  • Oral And Written Communication

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Competitive Pay
  • Parental Leave
  • Professional Development
  • Short-term Disability
  • Long-term Disability
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Prescription Coverage
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Incentives
  • Continuing Education Support
  • FMLA Leave
  • Backup Care For Children And Elders
  • 403(b) With Employer Contributions
  • HAS/FSA Options

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Paducah, Kentucky
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Mercy Health

Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) is a global Catholic health ministry operating in the United States, Ireland and the Philippines. A $14 billion organization, BSMH delivers care and health services through 47 hospitals and a network of approximately 60,000 associates, including...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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