Medical Assistant FTPT

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