Floating Medical Assistant — Multi-Clinic Support

Astera Cancer Care; Glen Oaks (TN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surgical Clinic (TSC) is seeking a Float Medical Assistant to support multiple clinics across Middle Tennessee. This role requires travel to assigned locations and a strong clinical background to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include triage, vital signs, lab specimen handling, and coordination of imaging, labs, and procedures. Prior authorizations and referrals are part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant license or LPN preferred.
• Experience with electronic health records (eCW preferred).
• Comfort triaging patients and supporting physicians.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in clinical settings to ensure patient care.
• Triage patients and assist during in-office procedures.
• Obtain vital signs accurately and document results.
• Collect, label and document lab specimens.
• Coordinate imaging, labs, and surgeries as directed.
• Obtain prior authorizations and send referrals as needed.
• Maintain clean patient rooms and sterile technique.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient communication

Clinical teamwork

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

LPN or MA license preferred

Tools

EHR systems

eClinicalWorks

Outlook

Word

Job description

The Surgical Clinic (TSC) is seeking a Float Medical Assistant to support multiple clinics across Middle Tennessee. This role requires travel to assigned locations and a strong clinical background to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include triage, vital signs, lab specimen handling, and coordination of imaging, labs, and procedures. Prior authorizations and referrals are part of daily duties.