Per Diem Medical Assistant

Carbon Health Technologies Inc; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Carbon Health is seeking a per diem Medical Assistant to support providers and front-desk operations in a fast-paced California clinic. You will room patients, document vital signs, perform phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, and EMR entries while maintaining infection control standards.

You will also assist with scheduling, patient instructions, and coordination with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure smooth clinic flow and high-quality, patient-centered care. Flexible shifts are required.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience as Medical Assistant or similar clinical support role.
• Phlebotomy and safe venipuncture technique.
• Ability to administer injections per provider orders.
• Ability to perform quality EKGs with proper lead placement.
• Strong patient care skills in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience with medical records documentation and confidentiality.
• Professional phone etiquette and clear communication.
• Willingness to work 10-hour shifts (7:45 a.m.–6:15 p.m.).
• Knowledge of infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Support providers with patient care, including rooming patients, obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints.
• Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies according to infection control and safety protocols.
• Perform basic clinical procedures within scope, such as EKGs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and injections as permitted.
• Accurately document all patient encounters and clinical data in the EMR.
• Assist with scheduling, check-in/check-out and front-desk tasks to ensure smooth clinic flow.
• Provide clear patient instructions regarding tests, procedures, and follow-up.
• Maintain inventory and ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked.
• Follow clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements for safety and privacy.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other team members to support patient-centered care.
• Adapt to varying schedules, locations, and patient volumes in a per diem role.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Injections

Patient care

Documentation

Phone etiquette

Team collaboration

Infection control

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

• Describe the role and team the candidate will be joining

What you'll do

• Support providers with patient care, including rooming patients, obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints
• Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies according to infection control and safety protocols
• Perform basic clinical procedures within scope of practice, such as EKGs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and injections as permitted
• Accurately document all patient encounters and clinical data in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Assist with scheduling, check-in, check-out, and other front-desk tasks as needed to ensure smooth clinic flow
• Provide clear instructions to patients regarding tests, procedures, and follow-up, reinforcing provider guidance
• Maintain inventory of medical supplies and ensure exam rooms are clean, organized, and adequately stocked
• Follow all clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to patient safety, privacy, and compliance
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other team members to support coordinated, patient-centered care
• Adapt to varying schedules, locations, and patient volumes consistent with the per diem nature of the role

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant or similar clinical support role, preferably in an urgent care, emergency, or ambulatory care setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in blood draws (phlebotomy), including safe venipuncture technique and specimen handling.
• Demonstrated proficiency in administering injections, including vaccines and medications, in accordance with provider orders and protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to perform and obtain quality EKGs, including proper lead placement and basic troubleshooting of equipment.
• Strong patient care skills, with the ability to interact compassionately and professionally with patients of all ages in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with medical records documentation (electronic or paper), with attention to accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality.
• Professional phone etiquette and clear verbal communication skills for interacting with patients, providers, and staff.
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts (7:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.) with a 30-minute lunch and to adapt to changing patient volumes and priorities
• Knowledge of basic infection control practices and standard precautions in a clinical environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the clinic for extended periods and to assist with occasional lifting or positioning of patients as needed.

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.

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