FT Medical Assistant for Urgent Care

Full-Time Medical Assistant 

Mercy Urgent Care is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to perform triage duties for patients, assist the medical provider with preparations, perform front desk duties, and increase the efficiency of the treatment process to ensure we keep our promise to Put Patients First. 

This is a full-time position and will be eligible for benefits, paid time off (PTO), and retirement options.

Working at Mercy Urgent Care is an opportunity like no other. That's why we're the market leader for urgent care in western North Carolina, a Living Wage certified employer, and the Urgent Care Association of America's 2016 national "Humanitarian" award winner. But don't take our word for it! Apply today and see for yourself how #mercymakesusdifferent.   

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, 1-3 years of experience with direct patient contact, strong computer skills, ability to multitask, strong organization skills, accuracy and attention to detail, knowledge of and adherence to healthcare safety regulations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience are required. CNA or MA certification strongly preferred, but not required. 


The Successful Medical Assistant:   

• Demonstrates sound knowledge of the safety and legal requirements in the healthcare setting, and adheres to all requirements at all times.  
• Works as a team with coworkers in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining courtesy and professionalism at all times.  
• Understands and follows proper procedures when performing tasks requiring specific protocols.  
• Possesses a positive attitude, is inquisitive, takes initiative to do what’s best for patients at all times, anticipates issues before they occur, seeks proactive solutions, adapts quickly.  
• Exercises compassion and empathy at all times in the workplace.  
• Possesses and demonstrates integrity at all times.  
• Takes larger perspectives into account, recognizing organizational and community priorities, and aligning actions appropriately.  
• Exemplifies cultural sensitivity and responsiveness to a diverse community.   
• Performs required tasks with adequate strength, dexterity, coordination, and visual acuity, with reasonable accommodations as needed, in a manner that ensures the safety of the employee, patients, and others in the workplace.

About Mercy Urgent Care:

Mercy Urgent Care provides non-life threatening medical care to individual patients, businesses, and industry personnel in Buncombe and surrounding counties in Western North Carolina. Working at Mercy Urgent Care is an opportunity like no other. That's why we're the market leader for urgent care in Western North Carolina, a certified "Living Wage" employer, and the Urgent Care Association of America's 2016 "Humanitarian" award winner. Apply today and see for yourself just how #mercymakesusdifferent.

*Proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Certified Living Wage Employer