Medical Assistant

American Family Care, Inc.; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

American Family Care, Inc. is seeking a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant to provide general medical care in an outpatient clinic setting under the direction of a licensed provider. This role works directly with a franchised AFC location, with duties that may vary by franchise.

Responsibilities include taking patient vitals, preparing rooms, drawing labs, administering medications, and maintaining accurate documentation across AFC locations. Education in CMA and BLS is required.

Qualifications

• Certified CMA certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit; prepare patient for exam.
• Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients.
• Ensure all ordered tests are performed accurately and on time.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per approved procedures.
• Draw blood and prepare labs for reference lab processing or in-house processing.
• Perform lab tests, quality controls, and equipment maintenance as instructed.
• Respond to lab messages and callback requests.
• Perform drug screening procedures per established rules and regulations.
• Document immunizations accurately and administer them per procedure.
• Coordinate physician referrals and pre-certifications as needed.
• Prepare exam rooms; sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

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

• Obtain patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit, and prepare the patient for a physical exam
• Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients
• Ensure all ordered tests are performed accurately and in a timely manner
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with the approved procedure
• Draw blood and preparation labs for reference lab processing and/or in-house processing
• Perform laboratory tests, lab-quality controls, and equipment maintenance according to written instructions
• Respond to all lab messages and call back requests
• Perform all drug screening procedures in accordance with established rules and regulations
• Ensure patient immunizations are well documented and administered in accordance with the approved procedure
• Conduct physician referrals as well as service pre-certifications on an as-needed basis
• Prepare exam rooms; sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification and BLS is required.

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).