American Family Care Fountain City·Knoxville, Tennessee
The Medical Assistant provides general medical care to patients in an outpatient clinic, including obtaining vitals and medical history. They are also responsible for performing laboratory tests, administering medications, and maintaining accurate patient documentation.
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. This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.
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
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).
Candidates must have an associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or six months to one year of related experience. Certification as an AMT registered or AAMA Certified Medical Assistant is preferred.
Market context
Tennessee OBGYN practices often look for Medical Assistants who can support patient flow, documentation, and clinical prep in busy outpatient settings. This role is competitive because employers want a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with prior OBGYN experience, EMR proficiency, and solid medical terminology skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show relevant women’s health experience and system familiarity.
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