Medical Assistant: Flexible Hours, Hands-On Patient Care

American Family Care, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Employee referrals

Small biz environment

Flexible scheduling

Additional perks

Job summary

American Family Care provides general medical care under direction of a licensed provider in an outpatient clinic setting. The position works directly with a franchised location; duties and benefits may vary by franchise.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree or equivalent, AMT registration or AAMA certification preferred, and related experience or training. AFC centers include on-site labs and in-house x-ray capability.

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.
• AMT registered and AAMA Certified Medical Assistants are 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 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

Education

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent

AMT registered

AAMA Certified Medical Assistants

Job description

American Family Care provides general medical care under direction of a licensed provider in an outpatient clinic setting. The position works directly with a franchised location; duties and benefits may vary by franchise.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree or equivalent, AMT registration or AAMA certification preferred, and related experience or training. AFC centers include on-site labs and in-house x-ray capability.