TRAFFIC Western Cape

Medical Assistant PRN

American Family Care, Inc.

Job Description

Make an impact-front desk to triage

At American Family Care, our PRN Medical Assistants keep our urgent care centers running smoothly by blending clinical skill with patient registration and insurance verification expertise. In this flexible role, you'll pick up at least 4 shifts per month (with the option for more), supporting centers when patient volumes rise or coverage is needed.

This is a perfect fit if you're looking for supplemental income, flexible scheduling, or part time hours while still making a direct impact in urgent care.

What you'll do
  • Clinical Care: Greet and triage patients, collect vitals/histories, perform venipuncture and CLIA waived point of care testing (COVID, flu, strep, glucose, A1C, UA, etc.), assist with minor procedures, wound care, EKGs, and nebulizer therapy.
  • Insurance Verification & Front Desk: Register patients, verify insurance eligibility, determine financial responsibility, collect co pays, reconcile payment logs, and maintain EMR accuracy.
  • Patient Service: Educate patients on both clinical procedures and financial expectations, provide clear discharge instructions, and de escalate concerns with empathy and professionalism.
  • Team & Compliance: Participate in daily huddles, maintain compliance logs (crash cart, fridge temps, etc.), support infection control and HIPAA standards.
What We're Looking For
  • Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
  • Active national MA certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent) at hire.
  • At least 1+ year of experience with insurance verification and patient registration required.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or ability to obtain before starting).
  • Urgent care or emergency room experience highly valued.
  • EMR proficiency (Experity preferred); comfort with payer portals (e.g., Waystar).
  • Proven venipuncture and specimen collection skills.
Additional requirements
  • Must successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check as a condition of employment.
  • Full availability including ability to work evenings/weekends and float to nearby centers as needed.
Why You'll Love Working PRN at AFC

Flexible scheduling - work a minimum of 4 shifts per month with opportunities to pick up more.

Competitive pay, plus shift differentials may apply.

Collaborative, supportive, fast paced team environment.

Ability to maintain clinical skills while balancing other work, school, or family commitments.

Make a meaningful impact on patient care and community health.

Work environment

Fast paced urgent care with frequent role switching; prolonged standing/walking; routine exposure to blood and body fluids (strict PPE adherence); occasional lifting up to 25-30 lbs; weekend/evening shifts and float coverage as needed.

American Family Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

AFC is committed to pay equity and transparency. The expected pay range for this role is $XX.XX - $XX.XX per hour. Final compensation offers will be determined based on a combination of factors, including experience, certifications, education, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, AFC offers a competitive benefits package and advancement opportunities (varies by PRN/part time status).

About This Role

Career insights for Medical Records Specialists positions

Salary Benchmark
$48,780/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
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Job Overview

Date Posted
25 Apr 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

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Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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