Medical Assistant

American Family Care Stamford

Medical Assistant

Stamford, CT
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Flexible schedule

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Benefits/Perks

    Paid time off

    Health insurance

    Dental insurance

    Retirement benefits

    Employee referral incentives

    Great small business work environment

    Flexible scheduling

    Additional perks!

    Job Summary

    Provides general medical care under the direction of a licensed provider to patients in an outpatient clinic setting at our AFC Urgent Care Stamford location. This role supports a fast-paced clinical environment and works directly with a franchised business location. Specific duties and benefits may vary by location.

    Responsibilities

    Obtain patient vital signs, medical history, and reason for visit; prepare patients for examination

    Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients

    Ensure all ordered tests are completed accurately and in a timely manner

    Administer medications and treatments according to approved protocols

    Perform venipuncture and prepare specimens for reference lab and/or in-house processing

    Conduct laboratory testing, quality controls, and equipment maintenance per written procedures

    Respond to lab messages and patient call-back requests

    Perform drug screening procedures in compliance with established regulations

    Administer and document immunizations according to approved protocols

    Coordinate physician referrals and obtain service pre-certifications as needed

    Prepare and maintain exam rooms; sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies

    Maintain complete and accurate patient documentation

    Perform other duties 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.

    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).