Float Triage Medical Assistant

Virginia Physicians For Women; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a Float Triage Medical Assistant to be the first point of clinical contact for patients. You will interview patients, record essential information, check vital signs, and administer injections. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, and customer service skills, and must be willing to float between six clinical offices. If you have previous clinical experience, we encourage you to apply. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 1 year clinical or medical office experience preferred but not required.
• Must float between 6 clinical offices.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and record patient information.
• Check vital signs and reconcile medications.
• Collect and test urine samples.

Skills

Clinical techniques

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant or ability to obtain certification

Job description

Description

First point of clinical contact for patients. The Float Triage Medical Assistant calls the patient back to the clinical area to record vital signs, medication listings, and medical history in preparation for the physician. Applicants must be willing to float between any of our 6 clinical offices.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

• Interview patients and record patient information.
• Check vital signs including manual blood pressure, and reconcile medications and drug allergies.
• Collect and test urine samples.
• Order lab supplies and stock and clean rooms.
• Complete medical forms for patients.
• Ensure all required written and computer documentation, forms and patient medical records are completed in a timely manner.
• Administer injections.
• Clean Autoclave and sterilize and package instruments.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of clinical techniques.
• Ability to function effectively as a team member.
• Ability to float/travel as needed between clinical office locations.
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to collaborate with physicians, staff and management.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year clinical or medical office experience preferred but not required
• Certified Medical Assistant or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.