Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Front Desk

Carson Tahoe Health; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Carson Tahoe Health in Carson City, NV is seeking a Nursing Support professional for a full-time, on-site role to assist providers with patient care and administrative tasks in ENT clinic settings.

The position requires BLS certification and at least one year of Medical Assistant experience; NV licensure within six months is preferred. You will work in a fast-paced clinic, handling vital signs, EMR documentation, and patient education while supporting a team of clinicians.

Qualifications

• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• One year Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Nevada Office Laboratory Assistance licensure required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient care procedures under supervision (e.g., dressing changes, minor procedures, EKGs).
• Take history, review/update medication list, measure vital signs, and document in EMR.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician or APN.
• Authorize prescription refills and relay information to pharmacies.
• Perform routine lab tests (urinalysis, rapid strep, A1C) and document in EMR.
• Educate patients on medications, disease management, home care and diet.
• Ensure all reports, labs, and information are in the patient's chart before appointments.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, stocks, sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated materials.
• Triage and respond to messages; provide feedback to patients, providers and pharmacies.
• Maintain logs and checks (e.g., refrigerator temps, expired meds).
• Perform front office/reception duties as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS Certification

Medical Assistant experience

Job description

Carson Tahoe Health in Carson City, NV is seeking a Nursing Support professional for a full-time, on-site role to assist providers with patient care and administrative tasks in ENT clinic settings.

The position requires BLS certification and at least one year of Medical Assistant experience; NV licensure within six months is preferred. You will work in a fast-paced clinic, handling vital signs, EMR documentation, and patient education while supporting a team of clinicians.