Medical Assistant Part Time at Carbon Health in Santa Clara, CA

Job description

• As a Part-Time Medical Assistant, you will support our clinical team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Working in the Medical Assistant department, you will be responsible for both clinical and administrative tasks, including assisting with procedures, performing point-of-care testing, managing multiple phone lines, and handling documentation via fax. This role is ideal for someone who is fast, efficient, and able to multi-task in a busy medical environment, while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and strong patient communication. You will collaborate closely with providers and other care team members to ensure a smooth and safe flow of daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with clinical procedures and examinations in accordance with established protocols and safety standards
• Perform EKGs, administer injections, and carry out point-of-care testing as ordered by providers
• Prepare patients for visits, including obtaining vital signs, documenting histories, and updating medical records in the electronic health record (EHR) system, if applicable
• Maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supplies in a clean, organized, and stocked condition
• Manage multiple phone lines, including answering patient calls, taking messages, and routing information to the appropriate clinical staff
• Handle incoming and outgoing faxes, including medical records, referrals, prescriptions, and lab reports, ensuring accurate documentation and timely follow-up
• Support patient flow by rooming patients efficiently, coordinating with front desk and clinical staff, and assisting with scheduling follow-up appointments as needed
• Follow infection control, safety, and confidentiality policies at all times
• Document all patient care activities accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner
• Contribute to a positive team environment by communicating effectively and assisting colleagues as needed

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience working as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program from a recognized school
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Demonstrated proficiency with EKGs, injections, and assisting with clinical procedures
• Experience performing point-of-care testing in an outpatient or similar environment
• Ability to manage multiple phone lines professionally and efficiently
• Familiarity with using fax systems for medical records, orders, and clinical documentation
• Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with a patient-focused attitude
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work both independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer literacy; experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred
• Ability to comply with all infection control, safety, and confidentiality regulations
• Availability to work part-time, hourly shifts as scheduled, which may include varied days and times depending on clinic needs

Skills

Required

• EKG proficiency
• Injection administration
• Assisting with clinical procedures
• Point-of-care testing
• Managing multiple phone lines
• Fax system usage
• Multi-tasking
• Communication
• Customer service
• Patient-focused attitude
• Basic computer literacy
• Infection control

Preferred

• Electronic health record (EHR) systems

Benefits

• 25 - 26 USD per hour (CA, Santa Clara: Santa Clara Square [CH00012CA])