Urgent Care Medical Assistant — Fast-Paced, Patient-Centered

Carbon Health; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Health Savings Account

Flexible Savings Account

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

401k with employer match

Life & Disability Insurance

DOT certification reimbursement

Job summary

Carbon Health in Pasadena, CA, is seeking a Medical Assistant for a fast-paced, paperless urgent care setting. You will take vitals, room patients, assist with procedures, and support front desk duties while ensuring high-quality patient care.

Qualifications include high school diploma, MA certification, current BLS, willingness to obtain DOT certification, 1+ year experience preferred, phlebotomy experience preferred, and strong communication.

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

Willingness to obtain DOT

Education

Medical Assistant certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Carbon Health in Pasadena, CA, is seeking a Medical Assistant for a fast-paced, paperless urgent care setting. You will take vitals, room patients, assist with procedures, and support front desk duties while ensuring high-quality patient care.

Qualifications include high school diploma, MA certification, current BLS, willingness to obtain DOT certification, 1+ year experience preferred, phlebotomy experience preferred, and strong communication.