Medical Assistant

American Family Care Old Bridge; Milltown (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great small business work environment

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefit

Job summary

A prominent urgent care provider in Milltown seeks a Medical Assistant to provide general medical care in an outpatient clinic setting. Responsibilities include obtaining patient vitals, administering treatments, and performing lab procedures. Ideal candidates have an Associates degree or equivalent, with a preference for AMT registered and AAMA Certified Medical Assistants. This role offers a supportive work environment with various benefits including health insurance and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from a two-year college or technical school.
• Six months to one-year related experience preferred.
• AMT registration and AAMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide general medical care to patients in an outpatient clinic.
• Obtain patient vitals, history, and prepare for exams.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• 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

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Laboratory procedures

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

AMT registered

AAMA Certified Medical Assistants preferred

Tools

Medical lab equipment

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Great small business work environment
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, and more!

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). This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.

Job Summary

Provides general medical care under the direction of a licensed provider to patients in an outpatient clinic setting.

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.