Lead Medical Assistant

American Family Care Bridgeport • Bridgeport, CT

12d • $18 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides general medical care under the direction of a licensed provider to patients in an outpatient clinic setting.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• AMT registered and AAMA Certified Medical Assistants are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview, hire and train Medical Assistant staff
• 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
• Coordinate oversight of laboratory with Lab Director, Lab Consultant, and Medical Director as needed
• Perform all drug screening procedures in accordance with established rules and regulations
• Ensure patient immunizations are well documented, administered in accordance with approved procedure, and stored appropriately
• 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

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off
• health insurance
• dental insurance
• retirement benefit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees