Medical Assistant Howell, NJ - Full Time

Carbon Health; Howell Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbon Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support front and back office operations in a fast-paced urgent care setting. The role involves rooming patients, taking vitals, documenting histories, performing venipuncture, and assisting with exams and procedures.

The position requires completing an accredited Medical Assistant program, current certification or eligibility, and willingness to obtain BAT and DOT certifications after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent clinical training.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or eligibility and willingness to obtain within organizational timeframe.
• Demonstrated venipuncture experience in a clinical setting.
• Prior urgent care or fast-paced outpatient experience preferred.
• Proficient with electronic health records (EHR).
• Willingness to obtain BAT and DOT certifications within required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vital signs, document histories, and assist with exams and procedures.
• Perform venipuncture and collect lab specimens per protocols.
• Support back office duties including medication administration, point-of-care testing, and specimen handling.
• Handle front office duties: check-in/check-out, scheduling, insurance verification, and co-pays.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Uphold infection control and safety standards in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and staff to ensure smooth patient flow.

Skills

Venipuncture

EHR proficiency

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Adaptability

Front office support

Patient care

BLS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program

Job description

About the role

As a Medical Assistant with Carbon Health, you will play a key role in supporting both front and back office operations in a dynamic, patient-centered environment. This hourly, full-time position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working in an urgent care setting and able to take initiative in a fast-paced clinical environment. You will perform clinical tasks such as venipuncture and assist with patient care, while also managing administrative duties to ensure an efficient and positive experience for every patient. We are looking for a collaborative team player who is willing and able to obtain BAT and DOT certifications upon hire, who is available to float between our Monmouth County sites and grow with our practice.

What you’ll do

• Perform clinical duties including rooming patients, taking vital signs, documenting medical histories, and assisting providers with exams and procedures.
• Perform venipuncture and collect other laboratory specimens according to established protocols and safety standards.
• Support both back office responsibilities such as medication administration per provider orders, point-of-care testing, and specimen handling.
• Handle front office duties including patient check-in and check-out, appointment scheduling, verifying insurance, and collecting co-pays.
• Provide responsive support in an urgent care environment, helping prioritize patients based on acuity and assisting with time-sensitive procedures.
• Collaborate closely with clinical and administrative staff to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient clinic operations.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in accordance with practice policies and regulatory requirements.
• Follow infection control, safety, and quality protocols to maintain a clean and safe clinical environment.
• Obtain and maintain BAT (Breath Alcohol Technician) and DOT (Department of Transportation) certifications within the required timeframe after hire, and perform related testing once certified.
• Demonstrate initiative by identifying workflow improvements, assisting teammates proactively, and supporting process changes.
• Provide compassionate, professional, and culturally sensitive patient interactions, ensuring privacy and confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent clinical training.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or registration (or eligibility and willingness to obtain within organizational timeframe, if applicable by state/organization policy).
• Demonstrated experience performing venipuncture safely and accurately in a clinical setting.
• Prior experience in urgent care or a similarly fast-paced outpatient clinical environment strongly preferred.
• Comfort and competency in both front office (administrative) and back office (clinical) medical assistant responsibilities.
• Ability and commitment to obtain BAT (Breath Alcohol Technician) and DOT (Department of Transportation) certifications upon hiring within the specified timeframe.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with providers, nurses, and administrative staff.
• Demonstrated initiative, reliability, and flexibility in adapting to changing patient volumes and priorities.
• Basic proficiency with computers and electronic health records (EHR); ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a professional demeanor and patient-focused attitude.
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on your feet for extended periods and to lift or move patients and equipment as required for the role.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification or ability to obtain within organization’s required timeframe