Float Pool Medical Assistant – Day Shift

Phelps Health; Northern (KY, MO); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for its Float Pool on a full-time, day-shift basis. The role supports multiple clinics, performs vital signs, EKGs, specimen collection, injections, and patient education as directed by nurses and physicians.

Ideal candidates hold an accredited MA program credential, HS diploma, and a CMA/RMA with BLS. Prior clinic experience is valued; strong organizational and multitasking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience.
• High school diploma required.
• RMA/CMA certification and BLS preferred (AMT).

Responsibilities

• Take and document vital signs, escort patients, and prepare exam rooms.
• Perform point-of-care testing, obtain blood samples, and process lab orders.
• Administer medications as directed and assist with injections.
• Schedule appointments, coordinate tests, and document in the patient chart.
• Communicate with patients and act as liaison between providers and patients.
• Assist in orienting and training new medical assistants.

Skills

Vital signs handling

EKG

Medication administration

Documentation in EMR

Education

Completion of accredited Medical Assistant program

High school diploma

Tools

MyChart

EMR access

Job description

Phelps Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for its Float Pool on a full-time, day-shift basis. The role supports multiple clinics, performs vital signs, EKGs, specimen collection, injections, and patient education as directed by nurses and physicians.

Ideal candidates hold an accredited MA program credential, HS diploma, and a CMA/RMA with BLS. Prior clinic experience is valued; strong organizational and multitasking skills are essential.