Medical Assistant (FT/PT)

Benefits:
Health Benefits
Flexible scheduling FT and PT shifts available
Great small business and fast-paced work environment

*We are open to hiring Medical Assistants for full-time or part-time schedules. Part-time requires minimum availability or 20 hours per week.

Position Description: Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistants are primarily responsible for assisting our board-certified providers with the provision of patient medical care. Our Certified Medical Assistants report to the Staff Provider on-duty for all clinical matters and the Office Manager for all non-clinical matters.

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.

Benefits/Perks

Great small business and fast-paced work environment
Flexible schedule
FT and PT shifts available
Competitive Compensation
Health Benefits

Medical Assistant Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

Assisting staff provider on duty with patient care as requested
Maintaining efficient and organized patient flow
Performing patient triage by taking vital signs of newly registered patients
Escorting patients to exam rooms that are setup based on patient's initial complaint
Performing point of care diagnostic tests
Documenting relevant patient data into electronic medical records
Completing all charts and medical records accurately and in a timely manner
Collecting biological specimens and processing them in the laboratory
Performing pharmacy and CLIA approved lab procedures, maintenance and controls
Tracking and re-stocking all necessary urgent care supplies and medications
Discharging patients with detailed instructions
Following proper protocols and conducting patient call-backs
Ensuring exam rooms are cleaned following each patient visit
Ensuring cleanliness of the center at all times
Adhering to all center policies and procedures.

Medical Assistant Qualifications

Medical Assistant Certification or Associate Degree
At least (180) hours of clinical experience in medical practice setting
Active and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Active and current CPR / AED certification
Understanding of the concepts of universal precautions, HIPAA, and OSHA
Effective and compassionate communicator with co-workers, patients and family
High-energy individual with a professional appearance and attitude
Team-player able to multi-task effectively
Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working with electronic medical records
Active and current Phlebotomy certification a plus
Prior urgent care or emergency room experience a plus
Familiar with occupational medicine and travel medicine a plus