Medical Assistant

KYND International; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Free uniforms

Training & development

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

American Family Care (AFC) is seeking a General Medical Assistant to provide general medical care under the direction of a licensed provider in outpatient clinic settings. This role supports a franchised AFC location with duties that may vary by franchise.

The position involves vitals, patient education, specimen handling, lab tasks, immunizations, and coordination of referrals. Training and development opportunities are available within a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college/technical school; AMT registered and AAMA certification are preferred.
• Six months to one year of related experience or training.
• AMT and AAMA credentials are preferred qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit; prepare patient for 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 per approved procedure.
• Draw blood and prepare labs for reference lab processing or in-house processing.
• Perform laboratory tests, lab quality controls, and equipment maintenance per instructions.
• Respond to lab messages and callback requests.
• Conduct drug screening procedures per rules and regulations.
• Ensure immunizations are well documented and administered; conduct 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

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school

Six months to one-year related experience and/or training

AMT registered and AAMA Certified Medical Assistants preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

Benefits/Perks

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Employee referral incentives
• Great small business work environment
• Flexible scheduling
• 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 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 procedureConduct 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.

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).