Medical Assistant

American Family Care; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; 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 in Rockville, MD provides general medical care in outpatient clinics. This role works under licensed providers at a franchised location, with duties varying by franchise.

As a Medical Assistant, you will take vitals, document history, assist with exams, draw blood, administer vaccines, and support lab and clerical tasks. A.A. degree or related training is preferred; AMT/AAMA credentials are a plus. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent required; six months to one year of related experience.
• AMT registration and/or AAMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals, medical history, and reason for visit; prep patient for exam.
• Explain procedures and treatments to patients.
• Perform labs, tests, and prepare labs.
• Administer prescribed medications and immunizations per protocol.
• Maintain documentation and prepare exam rooms.
• Respond to lab messages and patient call backs.
• Conduct referrals and pre-certifications as needed.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and documentation.

Skills

Medical assisting

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Clinical procedures

Education

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent

AMT registered

AAMA Certified Medical Assistants 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.

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.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Employee referral incentives
• Great small business work environment
• Flexible scheduling
• Additional perks!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.