Medical Assistant

American Family Care Knoxville Chapman; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

American Family Care Knoxville Chapman provides general medical care in an outpatient clinic setting. The role works directly with the franchised location, and job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.

The position emphasizes patient vitals, exam preparation, lab tests, immunizations, and coordination with physicians. AFC offers a supportive environment with on-site labs and x-ray capabilities.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent required or preferred.
• AMT registration and CMA certification preferred.

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 per procedure.
• Draw blood and prepare labs for reference lab processing or in-house processing.
• Perform laboratory tests and quality controls per instructions.
• Respond to lab messages and callback requests.
• Conduct drug screening procedures per rules and regulations.
• Ensure immunizations are documented and administered properly.
• Coordinate physician referrals and pre-certifications as needed.
• Prepare exam rooms and sterilize instruments and supplies.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent

AMT registered (preferred)

AAMA Certified Medical Assistants preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• 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 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).