Urgent Care Medical Assistant — Fast-Paced Clinic Impact

Carbon Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401k with employer match

DOT certification reimbursement

Paid time off & sick leave

Job summary

Carbon Health in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care across clinical and administrative duties. You will take vitals, assist with procedures and support lab testing, while coordinating front desk tasks.

The role emphasizes basic phlebotomy, DOT certification readiness, and adherence to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced health-tech environment.

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.

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

Medical knowledge

Patient communication

Vital signs

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant program certification

Tools

BLS Certification

DOT certification (anticipated)

Job description

Carbon Health in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care across clinical and administrative duties. You will take vitals, assist with procedures and support lab testing, while coordinating front desk tasks.

The role emphasizes basic phlebotomy, DOT certification readiness, and adherence to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced health-tech environment.