Medical Assistant — Flexible Schedule & Growth Path

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Referral incentives

Small business work environment

Flexible scheduling

Additional perks

Job summary

American Family Care is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide general medical care in an outpatient clinic setting under the direction of a licensed provider. The position works directly with a franchised location, with duties and benefits varying by franchise.

Responsibilities include taking vitals and history, preparing patients for exams, explaining procedures, assisting with tests, administering medications, drawing labs, and maintaining documentation.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• 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 or equivalent

AMT registered

AAMA Certification

Job description

American Family Care is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide general medical care in an outpatient clinic setting under the direction of a licensed provider. The position works directly with a franchised location, with duties and benefits varying by franchise.

Responsibilities include taking vitals and history, preparing patients for exams, explaining procedures, assisting with tests, administering medications, drawing labs, and maintaining documentation.