Per Diem Medical Assistant - Carlsbad

Carbon Health • Carlsbad, CA

52d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing direct patient care, including taking vital signs and patient history, and assisting with various medical procedures. The Medical Assistant will also be responsible for front desk duties and will undergo training to become certified for DOT drug and alcohol testing. This is a per diem position.

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
• Willingness to obtain DOT certification

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years experience as a Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy experience
• 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED