Medical Assistant - Externship

Carbon Health; Ocean Township (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid externship

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Assistant extern for a 6-week paid program in Ocean Township, NJ. Responsibilities include assisting healthcare providers with patient care tasks, performing administrative duties, preparing patients for treatment, and gaining exposure to clinic workflows. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and be enrolled in a Medical Assistant Program. BLS/CPR certification is preferred. Join us to make a positive impact on healthcare.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Enrollment in an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• BLS/CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physician, PA, or NP in urgent care.
• Perform patient care tasks under supervision.
• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical Assistant Program enrollment/completion

Job description

As a physician-founded and led organization, ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare is what inspires us. The magic we’ve created lies in Carbon Health’s custom EHR and the collaboration among clinical teams, engineers, and designers who work side-by-side to deliver innovation like our hands free AI charting tool. That’s why we hire people who genuinely care about patients, solving healthcare challenges, and making a positive impact every day. Join us and help change the future of healthcare for the better.

PROGRAM DETAILS

6 Week Paid Externship Program

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Apply Medical Assistant knowledge and skills in a real clinical environment, assisting the Physician, PA, or NP in support of medical care of urgent care patients.
• Day to day activities will vary from triage, answering phones, taking medical histories, to performing lab work.
• Practice clinical and administrative tasks under direct supervision.
• Develop confidence, efficiency, and accuracy in patient care.
• Gain exposure to daily clinic workflows and patient flow management.
• Strengthen communication, teamwork, and professionalism.
• Demonstrate readiness for entry-level Medical Assistant employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal and communication skills necessary to consistently receive and greet visitors, patients, and staff members in a professional manner.
• Perform selected medical assisting and administrative duties.
• Perform direct patient care as instructed by the Physician, PA, or NP.
• Perform lab tests as directed by the Physician, PA, or NP.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient histories and vital signs.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
• Administer injections and apply dressings as instructed.
• Distribute medications as directed by Physician, PA, or NP.
• Requires ability to perform venipuncture.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Assist provider in preparing for minor surgeries and exams.
• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Maintain equipment for use at all times, in a clean and safe condition.
• Make suggestions to improve work methods.
• Other duties may be assigned.

ABOUT YOU

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Current enrollment in or recent completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• 1-2 letters of recommendation of endorsement from accredited Medical Assistant Program supervisor or lead.
• BLS/CPR certification preferred.