Medical Assistant, Float

Upperline Health Inc; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Upperline Health Inc is seeking a Float Medical Assistant in Clearwater to assist physicians in delivering complex health services. The ideal candidate will have experience in podiatry or orthopedics and x-ray capabilities. Responsibilities include patient intake, providing patient care, and performing administrative tasks in a dynamic clinic environment.

Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical, dental, and vision. This full-time position is perfect for individuals with a strong customer service orientation and a passion for patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant; MA Certification is a plus.
• Podiatry or Orthopedic clinic experience preferred.
• X-ray experience is a plus.
• Must be an effective communicator with excellent grammar and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Place patients in exam rooms and prepare them for appointments.
• Complete exam intake and review patient histories.
• Ensure accurate charting for the physician.
• Provide patient care, including taking and developing x-rays.
• Perform daily administrative tasks in the clinic.
• Travel to surrounding area clinics as needed.

Skills

Medical Assistant Certification

Podiatry or Orthopedic experience

X-ray experience

Excellent computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience with EMR (Athenahealth preferred)

Effective communication skills

Customer service orientation

Team collaboration

Job description

About the Medical Assistant Role

Upperline Health is seeking an energetic, compassionate, and driven Float Medical Assistant to assist our physicians in delivering complex health services in the clinic setting.

This person will cover Clearwater as needed and will be responsible for supporting the physician with a range of clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities will be varied, and candidates must be flexible problem solvers and collaborative team players who are eager to learn as well as tackle problems. Ideal candidates will have podiatry or orthopedic experience and x‑ray experience.

Medical Assistant Responsibilities

• Place patients in exam rooms, ensuring that they are ready and comfortable for their appointment with the physician
• Complete exam intake, including but not limited to reviewing the patient's medical history, social history, surgical history, and the history of present illness
• Ensure accurate charting for the physician
• Provide patient care under the direction of a podiatric physician including taking and developing x‑rays and assisting in the exam room as required
• Perform daily administrative tasks such as stocking all exam rooms and disposing of exam room trash
• Responsible for cleaning and sterilizing exam and x‑ray rooms both after each patient visit and at the end of each day
• Satisfy and document appropriately required quality measures and audits
• Travel to surrounding area clinics to provide support if needed
• Support the connection of our patients to our extended care team of Nurse Practitioners and Care Navigators, where and when needed

Medical Assistant Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant; MA Certification is a plus
• Podiatry or Orthopedic clinic experience preferred
• X‑ray experience is a plus
• Excellent computer skills and strong knowledge of medical terminology
• Previous experience working in an EMR – preferably Athenahealth EMR
• Must be an effective communicator with excellent grammar and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional customer service orientation featuring an empathetic, compassionate, and professional demeanor with each interaction
• Demonstrated experience as a motivated and dedicated team member with a stable work history
• Reliable transportation and the ability to pass a background check and drug test are required

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit options include medical, dental and vision, 401K and PTO.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate to compensation for similar positions in the region and based on prior training and experience.

Job Type: Full‑time

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