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Medical Assistant Part time

Carbon Health


Job Location:

Alameda, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 9 September 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) supports both administrative and clinical functions to ensure efficient clinic operations and high-quality patient care. This role is responsible for managing front office duties such as patient intake scheduling and insurance verification as well as back office responsibilities including patient care assisting providers and performing basic clinical procedures.

Key Responsibilities
Front Office (Administrative)
  • Greet and check in patients in a professional and friendly manner
  • Verify insurance eligibility and collect co-pays
  • Schedule confirm and reschedule appointments
  • Maintain accurate patient records in EMR
  • Answer phones and respond to patient inquiries
  • Manage referrals prior authorizations and medical records requests
  • Perform general administrative duties (faxing scanning filing)
Back Office (Clinical)
  • Room patients and obtain vital signs
  • Document chief complaints and medical history
  • Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during visits
  • Perform basic clinical tasks such as:
    • EKGs
    • Specimen collection (urine swabs etc.)
    • Point-of-care testing (e.g. COVID flu strep)
    • Administer injections (if certified)
  • Clean and stock exam rooms; maintain infection control standards
  • Provide patient education and discharge instructions
Qualifications

Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience
  • Current BLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Basic knowledge of medical terminology

Preferred:

  • 1 year of experience in urgent care primary care or outpatient setting
  • Experience with EMR systems (e.g. Epic eClinicalWorks)
  • Phlebotomy and injection experience
  • Knowledge of insurance verification and authorization processes
Skills & Competencies
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Team-oriented with a patient-first mindset
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Work Environment
  • Fast-paced outpatient clinic setting
  • Requires standing walking and occasional lifting
  • May require evenings weekends or holiday shifts

Required Experience:

Junior IC


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Carbon Health Provides Smart, hassle-free Primary & Urgent Care. Book same day Adult & Pediatric appointments instantly.

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