Medical Assistant

American Family Care; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Savings bank

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Great small business work environment

Additional perks!

Job summary

American Family Care in Fresno, CA provides general medical care in outpatient clinics. This role is at a franchised location where duties and benefits may vary by franchise.

The position involves obtaining vitals and medical history, preparing patients for exams, explaining procedures, drawing labs, administering medications, and maintaining documentation. Compensation ranges $21.00–$25.00 per hour at franchise locations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent education/experience.
• AMT registration and AAMA certification preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals, medical history and visit reason.
• Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients.
• Perform lab tests and prepare labs for processing.
• Administer medications and treatments per procedure.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Patient care

Education

Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent

AMT registered

AAMA Certified Medical Assistants

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.

Benefits

• Savings bank
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts

Benefits/Perks

• Great small business work environment
• Additional perks!

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 requestsPerform 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

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. Bilingual (Spanish) 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).

Compensation: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

PS: It’s All About You!

American Family Care has pioneered the concept of convenient, patient-centric healthcare. Today, with more than 250 clinics and 800 in-network physicians caring for over 6 million patients a year, AFC is the nation's leading provider of urgent care, accessible primary care, and occupational medicine. Ranked by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., AFC's stated mission is to provide the best healthcare possible, in a kind and caring environment, while respecting the rights of all patients, in an economical manner, at times and locations convenient to the patient.

If you are looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of others, join us on our mission. We invite you to grow with us and experience for yourself the satisfying and fulfilling work that the healthcare industry provides.

Please note that a position may be for a company-owned or franchise location. Each franchise-owned and operated location recruits, hires, trains, and manages their own employees, sets their own employment policies and procedures, and provides compensation and benefits determined by that franchise owner. Company-owned locations provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, matching 401(k), and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.