American Family Care Lyndhurst·Lyndhurst, New Jersey
Provides general medical care and clinical support under the direction of a licensed provider in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include obtaining patient vitals, performing lab tests, and maintaining exam room sterilization.
Benefits/Perks Great small business work environment Flexible scheduling Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, and more!
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).
This position works directly with a franchised business location.
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.
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.
Requires an associate degree or equivalent technical training, or 6-12 months of related experience. AMT registration or AAMA certification is preferred.
Market context
Part-time and per diem medical assistant roles in New Jersey are commonly driven by outpatient clinics, physician offices, and specialty practices that need flexible coverage for patient flow and administrative support. This role is competitive because employers often prefer candidates with an associate degree or equivalent training, plus AMT registration or AAMA certification when available. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show hands-on clinical experience and availability for flexible shifts.
