PRN Medical Assistant - Carlsbad, CA

Marathon Health • Carlsbad, CA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Marathon Health is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join its care team in Carlsbad, California. The Medical Assistant works closely with a primary care physician to deliver patient care and an excellent guest experience. In Marathon Health’s care model, the role spans both medical reception and clinical responsibilities, supporting patients throughout their clinic experience.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience working as a Medical Assistant; experience requirements may vary based on clinic needs.
• Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program or another related program.
• CPR/BLS certification by the start date.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant certification or registration is strongly preferred; it is required for employment in states where certification or registration is required.
• Primary care experience is preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to rooms and ensure exam rooms are cleaned and stocked.
• Review prior medical information and gather updated health information from patients for the provider.
• Take vital signs, perform blood draws, give injections, bandage wounds, and assist with procedures.
• Work with contracted laboratories for additional tests.
• Prepare and administer approved medications and immunizations by specified routes at a provider’s direction and upon written order.
• Partner with the care team to develop individual patient care plans, including identifying and addressing gaps in care.
• Perform front-desk duties, including scheduling, medical-record requests and abstraction, documentation, coordinating specialist visits and referrals, arranging care outside the clinic, and patient check-in and check-out.
• Record accurate and relevant data in medical records according to documentation guidelines.
• Process test results and provide them to patients promptly by e-message, mail, or phone as directed in written provider instructions.
• Participate in patient outreach to encourage engagement among eligible patient groups.
• Maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment for treatments.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits beginning on the first day of the month after the start date.
• 15 days of paid time off plus paid holidays.
• No out-of-pocket cost for scrubs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed