Medical Assistant

American Family Care; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee referral incentives

Great small business work environment

Flexible scheduling

Additional perks

Job summary

American Family Care in Gastonia, NC is seeking an outpatient medical assistant to support licensed providers in a clinic setting. You will obtain vitals, medical history, and reason for visit, and prepare patients for exams, while explaining procedures and ensuring timely lab processing.

The role requires an AA degree or equivalent, with AMT registration and AAMA certification preferred; flexible duties include documentation, immunizations, specimen processing, and referrals as needed.

Qualifications

• 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 registration and AAMA certification preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit; prepare patient for a physical exam.
• Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients.
• Perform laboratory tests and ensure timely processing.
• Draw blood and prepare labs for processing.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation; sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per approved procedure.
• Respond to lab messages and call-back requests.
• Conduct drug screening procedures as required.
• Ensure patient immunizations are well documented and administered.
• Coordinate physician referrals and pre-certifications as needed.
• Prepare exam rooms and manage supplies.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical documentation

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

AMT registered

AAMA Certified Medical Assistant preferred

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

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee referral incentives
• Great small business work environment
• Flexible scheduling
• Additional perks

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 prepare 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

Associate’s 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.

Compensation

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.