R-112364 Medical Assistant - Urgent Care

Carbon Health•Santa Monica, CA

122d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing direct patient care in an urgent care setting. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, patient history, and triaging patients. The Medical Assistant will also assist with various procedures, administer medications, perform lab tests, and manage front desk duties. Training and certification for DOT Urine Drug Screens and Breath Alcohol Tests are required.

Requirements

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
Great communication skills

Nice To Haves

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

Benefits

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

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