Medical Assistant
American Family Care
- Birmingham, AL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Company-owned locations provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, matching 401(k), and more.
- Ask about:
- Flexible Scheduling
- Incentive Plans
- Growth Opportunities
- Greet each patient, verify identity at each encounter, explain procedures to be performed, and address patient questions and concerns.
- Take temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal.
- Prepare equipment and aid provider during treatment and examination of the patient.
- Ensure all ordered tests are performed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Observe patient, record significant conditions and reactions, and notify supervisor or provider of patient’s condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
- Conduct provider referrals as well as service pre-certifications on an as-needed basis.
- Document nursing history and physical assessment of patients.
- Prepare rooms; sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Certification or diploma in Medical Assisting or MA experience required