Medical Assistant/Patient Care Technician

American Family Care; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefit

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A healthcare provider located in Castle Rock, CO is seeking a Medical Assistant/Patient Care Technician. The role entails providing general medical care under supervision, obtaining vital signs, administering medications, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates need an associates degree or equivalent experience along with skills in patient care and laboratory procedures. This full-time position offers competitive hourly pay of $18.00 - $25.00 and promotes a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• 6 months to 1 year of related experience and/or training.
• AMT registration and AAMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals and medical history.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Prepare exam rooms and sterilize instruments.

Skills

Patient care

Medical history documentation

Laboratory procedures

Education

Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent

AMT registered

AAMA Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

Medical Assistant/Patient Care Technician

Apply for the Medical Assistant/Patient Care Technician role at American Family Care.

Benefits

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

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 has 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, and 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 prepare 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.

Compensation

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour.

Location

Castle Rock, CO.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider