Medical Assistant
Carbon Health
Reno, NV, USA
Posted on Friday, March 8, 2024
THE JOB AT A GLANCE
We are searching for a Medical Assistant who is comfortable working in a fast paced, paperless environment. Tasks would include taking vitals, rooming patients, cleaning rooms, assisting with procedures, etc. As an urgent care clinic, we see mostly lower acuity patients but we are a patient centric, modern company focused on providing patients with excellent medical care. We are looking for someone with availability and flexibility to work weekdays, weekends and some holidays.
Location: 5067 S McCarran Blvd Reno 89502
Hours of Operation: Mon-Sun 8am-6pm
Schedule: 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 state(s) permitted by law for exemption with experience, diploma and/or national certification)
- Current BLS certification 1+ years experience as a Medical Assistant
- Ability to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays
- Phlebotomy experience preferred
- Great communication skills