Job Summary:
Mercy Urgent Care is excited to welcome an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our team. In this vital role you will deliver top-tier medical care for non-life-threatening conditions to the residents of Buncombe County and surrounding Western North Carolina communities. If you're an Advanced Practice Provider looking to make a meaningful impact in a community-centered, mission-driven environment, we invite you to apply.
How You'll Contribute:
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Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages and genders with acute illnesses and minor injuries
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Perform common urgent care procedures (suturing, splinting, wound care, I&D) in a fast-paced setting, order and interpret diagnostic tests
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Actively engage in patient care, including conducting health exams, obtaining accurate medical histories, and maintaining detailed progress notes
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Educate patients on treatment plans and follow-up, supporting continuity of care
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Work closely with a collaborate care team to ensure high-quality care and smooth clinic operations
What You Bring:
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Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner program
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Active North Carolina PA or FNP license
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Current BLS or ACLS and PALS certifications
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Experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care preferred
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Strong clinical judgment, efficiency, and ability to work independently
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Excellent communication skills and a patient-first mindset
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Valid NC driver's license and robust computer skills
What We Offer:
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Competitive hourly rate with RVU incentives, resulting in an estimated total annual compensation of $120,000 to $150,000 based on experience and performance
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Options for Health Savings Account (HSA) and Direct Primary Care
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Life and accidental insurance
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Short and long-term disability
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Employee Assistance Program
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403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match (after one year of service)
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Access to financial planning
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Paid time off (over 130 hours accrued in your first year)
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Paid parental leave
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Adoption assistance
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CME allowance and ongoing professional development
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Tuition reimbursement
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Loan repayment program eligibility (NHSC, PSLF)
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Referral Bonus Program
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Work-life balance with flexible work schedules
About Mercy Urgent Care
Mercy Urgent Care is the only dedicated and mission-driven nonprofit urgent care network in the region. We carry a lineage of healthcare excellence established by the Sisters of Mercy since 1900. Our mission is simple: to provide excellent and compassionate health care to anyone who seeks our services, regardless of background or means. Here's your chance to be a part of this enduring legacy.
