Flexible-Shift Medical Assistant — Phlebotomy/Bilingual

American Family Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Training & development

Job summary

American Family Care is seeking a Part-time Medical Assistant in Bakersfield, CA to support outpatient care settings. You will obtain vitals, assist with exams, perform basic lab duties, and manage documentation with a patient‑centred approach.

Qualifications include Medical Assistant Certificate and BLS, with bilingual Spanish skills being a plus. The role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth within AFC’s network.

Qualifications

• Must have Medical Assistant Certificate.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Available to work Day Shift, Night Shift, Weekdays and Weekends.
• Exceptional customer service skills are essential.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides general medical care under the direction of a licensed provider in an outpatient clinic.
• Obtain patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit; prepare for exam.
• Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients.
• Ensure all ordered tests are performed accurately and timely.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per procedure.
• Draw blood and prepare labs for reference lab processing or in-house processing.
• Perform laboratory tests, QC, and equipment maintenance as instructed.
• Respond to lab messages and callback requests promptly.
• Perform drug screening procedures per established rules.
• Ensure immunizations are documented and administered as required.
• Coordinate physician referrals and pre-certifications as needed.
• Prepare exam rooms; sterilize instruments and supplies.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Cross-train for front desk support when needed.

Skills

BLS certification

Customer service

Bilingual Spanish

Phlebotomy (preferred)

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate

Job description

American Family Care is seeking a Part-time Medical Assistant in Bakersfield, CA to support outpatient care settings. You will obtain vitals, assist with exams, perform basic lab duties, and manage documentation with a patient‑centred approach.

Qualifications include Medical Assistant Certificate and BLS, with bilingual Spanish skills being a plus. The role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth within AFC’s network.