Medical Assistant
Provides general medical care under the direction of a licensed provider to patients in an outpatient clinic setting. This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.
Responsibilities include :
- Obtaining patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit, and preparing the patient for a physical exam
- Explaining prescribed procedures and treatments to patients
- Ensuring all ordered tests are performed accurately and in a timely manner
- Administering prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with the approved procedure
- Drawing blood and preparation labs for reference lab processing and / or in-house processing
- Performing laboratory tests, lab-quality controls, and equipment maintenance according to written instructions
- Responding to all lab messages and call back requests
- Performing all drug screening procedures in accordance with established rules and regulations
- Ensuring patient immunizations are well documented and administered in accordance with the approved procedure
- Conducting physician referrals as well as service pre-certifications on an as-needed basis
- Preparing exam rooms; sterilizing instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures
- Maintaining complete and accurate documentation
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications include :
Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. AMT registered and AAMA Certified Medical Assistants are preferred.Company Overview :
American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability.
AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF).