Medical Assistant: Patient Care, Procedures & Testing

Carbon Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

401k with employer match

Life & Disability Insurance

DOT certification reimbursement

Job summary

Carbon Health in California is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform patient care, take vitals, patient history and triage, assist with procedures, administer medications, and conduct point-of-care testing.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, MA certification, current BLS, willingness to obtain DOT certification, 1+ year of MA experience, and strong communication skills. Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current BLS certification, willingness to obtain DOT certification.
• 1+ years experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Great communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care by taking vitals, patient history and triaging.
• Assist with procedures such as incision and drainage, lacerations and wound care.
• Administer medications via intradermal, intramuscular and subcutaneous routes, carry out ear lavages and run EKGs.
• Conduct lab testing such as urinalysis, urine pregnancy test, blood glucose testing, monospot, rapid strep and influenza testing, rapid hiv testing.
• Manage the front desk and perform receptionist duties as needed.
• Complete training and become certified with the Department of Transportation to perform Urine Drug Screens and Breath Alcohol Tests

Skills

Communication skills

BLS awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MA certification

Job description

Carbon Health in California is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform patient care, take vitals, patient history and triage, assist with procedures, administer medications, and conduct point-of-care testing.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, MA certification, current BLS, willingness to obtain DOT certification, 1+ year of MA experience, and strong communication skills. Phlebotomy experience is preferred.