Ambulatory Float Medical Assistant — Multi-Location Coverage

HU101 The Howard University; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Howard University in the United States is seeking an Ambulatory Float Pool Medical Assistant to provide clinical, operational, and administrative support across Faculty Practice locations. The role requires adaptability across practices and specialties while maintaining high standards of patient care.

The position covers coverage across multiple locations, supports patient care workflows, and ensures patient safety and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current Medical Assistant certification/credential.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of ambulatory Medical Assistant experience preferred or three (3) years related experience in a hospital or equivalent.
• Experience with electronic health records required.
• Ability to work across multiple Faculty Practice location

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment according to established workflows.
• Obtain and document vital signs, medication histories, and other required clinical information within scope.
• Prepare exam rooms and ensure appropriate supplies and equipment are available.
• Assist providers with procedures and patient care activities within scope of practice.
• Perform approved point-of-care testing, specimen collection, medication administration, and other clinical functions based on demonstrated competency and organizational policy.
• Support and reinforce provider-approved patient education and instructions.
• Support patient calls, messages, and clinical inbox workflows.
• Maintain infection prevention and patient safety standards.
• Provide coverage across Faculty Practice locations and specialties based on operational need.
• Cross-train in designated functions to support efficient clinic operations, patient flow, and continuity of service.
• Accept daily or scheduled assignments as determined by Clinical Operations.
• Provide coverage for vacancies, call-outs, leaves of absence, increased patient volumes, new provider onboarding, and other staffing needs.
• Adapt to varying provider workflows while maintaining Faculty Practice standards.
• Maintain competency in core workflows required to support multiple ambulatory specialties.
• Report to assigned practices on time and prepared to assume the designated assignment.
• Communicate barriers, safety concerns, or workflow issues promptly to appropriate leadership.

Job description

Howard University in the United States is seeking an Ambulatory Float Pool Medical Assistant to provide clinical, operational, and administrative support across Faculty Practice locations. The role requires adaptability across practices and specialties while maintaining high standards of patient care.

The position covers coverage across multiple locations, supports patient care workflows, and ensures patient safety and HIPAA compliance.