Urgent Care Medical Assistant - Fast-Paced, Patient-Centric

Carbon Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role requires flexibility to cover weekdays, weekends, and some holidays, with potential for DOT drug screen and breath alcohol test certification after training. Strong communication and phlebotomy skills are valued.

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

Great communication

Phlebotomy

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

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

The role requires flexibility to cover weekdays, weekends, and some holidays, with potential for DOT drug screen and breath alcohol test certification after training. Strong communication and phlebotomy skills are valued.