Medical Assistant

American Family Care Cape Girardeau; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cape Girardeau is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to enhance patient care. This role involves supporting providers, obtaining patient vitals, and ensuring a seamless experience. Ideal candidates have medical assistant certification and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a supportive team environment and flexible scheduling. Join us to make a difference in patients' lives!

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant is required.
• Strong team player with excellent skills in critical thinking.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support licensed providers and ensure seamless patient experience.
• Obtain patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit.
• Prepare patients for physical exams.
• Explain procedures and treatments to patients.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Maintain exam rooms and manage supplies.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Team player

Critical thinking skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance

Join Our Team as a Medical Assistant at AFC Urgent Care - Cape Girardeau!

Are you a compassionate and detail-oriented medical professional looking for an exciting and rewarding career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can make a real difference in patients' lives? If so, AFC Urgent Care in Cape Girardeau is looking for you!

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Great Small Business Work Environment: Join a supportive and friendly team that values your contributions.
• Flexible Scheduling: We understand the importance of work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefits, and more!

About AFC Urgent Care:

American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care providers in the U.S., offering convenient, walk-in medical care seven days a week. Our facilities are designed for efficiency and excellence, featuring onsite labs and in-house X-ray capabilities. We focus on episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine.

Your Role as a Medical Assistant:

As a Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in patient care, supporting our licensed providers and ensuring a seamless experience for all patients. Your responsibilities will include:

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtaining patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit
• Preparing patients for physical exams
• Explaining procedures and treatments to patients
• Ensuring all ordered tests are performed accurately and promptly
• Administering prescribed medications and treatments
• Performing blood draws and lab tests for in-house and reference lab processing
• Conducting drug screening procedures following regulations
• Documenting patient immunizations and administering vaccines
• Coordinating physician referrals and pre-certifications when needed
• Maintaining exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and managing supplies
• Accurately documenting patient care and responding to lab messages
• Assisting with other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• Previous Medical Assistant experience with certification
• A strong team player with excellent critical thinking skills
• Ability to anticipate patient and provider needs
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Apply Today!

If you're passionate about providing exceptional patient care and want to be part of a dynamic and growing team, we want to hear from you! Join AFC Urgent Care in Cape Girardeau and help us make a difference—one patient at a time.