Medical Assistant Externship

PROGRAM DETAILS 

• 6 week paid Externship program 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• Apply Medical Assistant knowledge and skills in a real clinical environment
• Assist the Physician, PA, or NP in support of medical care of urgent care patients. 
• Day to day activities will vary from triage, answering phones, taking medical histories, to performing lab work.
• Practice clinical and administrative tasks under direct supervision
• Develop confidence, efficiency, and accuracy in patient care
• Gain exposure to daily clinic workflows and patient flow management
• Strengthen communication, teamwork, and professionalism
• Demonstrate readiness for entry-level Medical Assistant employment

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal and communication skills necessary to consistently receive and greet visitors, patients, and staff members in a professional manner.
• Perform selected medical assisting  and administrative duties.
• Perform direct patient care as instructed by the Physician, PA, or NP.
• Perform lab tests as directed by the Physician, PA, or NP.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient histories and vital signs.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
• Administer injections and apply dressings as instructed.
• Distribute medications as directed by Physician, PA, or NP.
• Requires ability to perform venipuncture.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Assist provider in preparing for minor surgeries and exams.
• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Maintain equipment for use at all times, in a clean and safe condition.
• Make suggestions to improve work methods.
• Other duties may be assigned.

ABOUT YOU

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current enrollment in or recent completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program 
• 1-2 letters of recommendation of endorsement from accredited Medical Assistant Program supervisor or lead
• BLS/CPR certification preferred 

Carbon Health is a leading national healthcare provider with a mission to make high-quality healthcare accessible to everyone. We offer primary and urgent care to nearly two-thirds of the U.S. Leveraging our unique technology platform, we meet patients where they are by delivering care across a variety of access points, including in-person clinics and virtual care. Carbon Health also focuses on value-based care and other value-add services to employers, health plans, health systems and other ecosystem partners.