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Primary Care Assistant - LPN / CMA / MA

Mercy
Mercy Salary
Fort Smith, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 11/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/1/2027

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient Advanced Certified 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 Advanced Certified 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:

Minimum Qualifications:

Medical Assistant Qualifications:

  • Education: High school diploma or GED

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

  • Preferred Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience

Certified Medical Assistant Qualifications:

  • Education: High school diploma or GED

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

Licensed Practical Nurse

  • Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.

  • Licensure: Licensed as an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) in the state of practice.

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

Work Environment:   

•   Outpatient clinical setting with frequent patient interaction.  

•   Requires standing, walking, lifting, and use of clinical equipment.  

•   Potential exposure to infectious materials; PPE provided.  

  

Physical Requirements:  

•   Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.  

•   Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.  

•   Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.  

 

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.

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