Medical Assistant Triage Float

Job Overview

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Assistant Triage Float, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care across diverse clinical settings. In this energetic and fast-paced position, you will provide vital support by performing triage assessments, managing patient intake, and assisting with medical documentation. Your proactive approach and clinical skills will ensure smooth operations while enhancing the patient experience. This role offers the opportunity to work in a variety of outpatient and inpatient environments, including dermatology clinics, hospital medicine units, urgent care centers, and trauma centers, making it ideal for versatile medical professionals eager to expand their expertise.

Duties

• Conduct patient triage by assessing symptoms, vital signs, and medical history to determine urgency and appropriate care pathways
• Assist with patient intake processes, including collecting medical histories and updating electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems) accurately
• Support clinical staff by preparing examination rooms, handling specimen collection such as phlebotomy, and administering medications under supervision
• Document medical information meticulously using EMR/EHR systems, ensuring compliance with medical documentation standards and ICD coding protocols
• Monitor patient physiology and vital signs during visits to inform clinical decisions and prioritize care delivery
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in various settings such as dermatology clinics, emergency departments, inpatient units, or outpatient clinics to ensure seamless patient flow
• Maintain medical records with precision, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to healthcare regulations while supporting hospital experience requirements like Level I or Level II trauma center protocols

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Medical Assistant in outpatient clinics, hospital medicine, or emergency medicine environments; dermatology or urgent care experience highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and ICD coding standards
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems and electronic health records management; familiarity with hospital information systems is advantageous
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required; additional certifications such as phlebotomy or medication administration are a plus
• Demonstrated ability to perform intake assessments, vital signs collection, and basic medical assisting procedures efficiently
• Excellent patient service skills with a compassionate approach to diverse populations including geriatrics and pediatric patients in PICU or Geriatrics settings
• Ability to adapt quickly across different clinical environments such as outpatient clinics, inpatient units, or Level I/II trauma centers while maintaining high standards of care

Embark on a rewarding career journey where your skills directly impact patient well-being. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values your professional growth and commitment to excellence. Join us today to make a meaningful difference in healthcare delivery!

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person