Medical Assistant

American Family Care; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Employee referral incentives

Great small business work environment

Flexible scheduling

Additional perks!

Job summary

American Family Care is seeking an Medical Assistant to provide general medical care in an outpatient clinic setting under licensed supervision. You will collect vitals, explain procedures, and prepare patients for exams, while supporting in-clinic lab work and immunization documentation.

The role offers a hands-on, flexible work environment with benefits and opportunities across AFC locations. Training is provided, and responsibilities may vary by franchise location.

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent; or 6 months to 1 year related experience in medical assisting.

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 timely.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per procedure.
• Draw blood and prepare labs for processing.

Skills

Medical assisting

Vital signs

Patient communication

Education

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent

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

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement benefits
• 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

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).

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 its own employees, sets its 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.

Compensation

$15.00 - $18.00 per hour

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.