Urgent Care Medical Assistant - Per Diem

Carbon Health; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA/FSAs

Paid time off

401k with employer match

Life & Disability Insurance

DOT certification reimbursed

Job summary

Carbon Health is seeking an Urgent Care Medical Assistant for per diem coverage in Oakland, CA. You will take vitals, collect patient history, triage, and assist with urgent care procedures in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires MA certification, current BLS, and a willingness to obtain DOT certification. Prior MA and phlebotomy experience are preferred; DOT reimbursement is provided where required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current BLS certification; willingness to obtain DOT certification.
• 1+ years MA experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take vitals, document patient history, and triage.
• Assist with procedures such as incision and drainage, lacerations, and wound care.
• Administer medications intradermal, intramuscular, and subcutaneous; perform ear lavages and EKGs.
• Conduct lab tests: urinalysis, pregnancy tests, glucose, Strep, influenza, and rapid HIV.
• Manage front desk duties as needed; support reception.
• Complete training to obtain DOT certification for urine drug screens and breath alcohol tests.

Skills

MA experience

Phlebotomy

BLS certification

Education

MA certification

Job description

Urgent Care Medical Assistant - Per Diem

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• 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

ABOUT YOU

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program (except in those locations(s) permitted by law for exemption with experience, diploma and/or national certification)
• Current BLS certification, willingness to obtain DOT certification
• 1+ years experience as a Medical Assistant preferred
• Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Medical, dental & vision coverage, effective first day of employment
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account option for health care & dependent care
• Paid time off, paid sick leave
• 401k retirement savings plans with employer match
• Life & Disability Insurance
• DOT certification will be reimbursed where it is required for practice

*Some benefits dependent on specialty and employment status

We recognize that the key to success lies in valuing the minds, experiences and perspectives of people from all walks of life. Carbon Health is proud to value diversity and be an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Carbon Health is an E-Verify employer.

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.