Medical Assistant – Float

Jobtailor; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Medical Assistant in a fast-paced urgent care environment in Virginia. You will register patients, collect demographics, process co-pays, and help schedule visits while preparing patients for exams and documenting histories accurately.

You will perform vital signs, venipuncture, and point-of-care testing such as flu and strep, then relay results to providers. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of Medical Assistant experience required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire
• BLS certification must be obtained through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability and willingness to float between assigned centers within the market
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program preferred
• Candidates with fewer than three years of Medical Assistant experience must hold an approved Medical Assistant certification or obtain certification within twelve months of hire
• CPOE certification must be obtained within two weeks of the start date

Responsibilities

• Register patients and collect demographic, insurance, and eligibility information
• Process co-pays and assist with patient scheduling
• Prepare patients for examinations and document medical histories
• Obtain and record vital signs
• Perform point-of-care testing including flu, strep, urinalysis, EKGs, and pregnancy testing
• Communicate test results to providers
• Perform venipuncture and prepare laboratory specimens
• Clean, prepare, and stock examination rooms
• Monitor and maintain medical supplies and inventory
• Complete accurate and timely EMR documentation
• Support front desk operations, patient communication, and phone management
• Conduct patient follow-up calls as directed
• Open and close clinic duties, including cash handling and reconciliation
• Conduct equipment checks, quality control procedures, and basic troubleshooting
• Adhere to clinical, safety, compliance, and operational policies
• Float across multiple assigned urgent care centers

Skills

Medical Assistant clinical duties

Phlebotomy skills

Point-of-care testing

Venipuncture

EMR documentation

Cash handling

Quality control procedures

Medical supply inventory management

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program preferred

Tools

CCMA

CMA

RMA

NCMA

NRCMA

CPOE Certification

Job description

• Register patients and collect demographic, insurance, and eligibility information
• Process co-pays and assist with patient scheduling
• Prepare patients for examinations and accurately document medical histories
• Obtain and record vital signs
• Perform point-of-care testing, including flu, strep, urinalysis, EKGs, and pregnancy testing
• Communicate test results to providers
• Perform venipuncture and prepare laboratory specimens
• Clean, prepare, and stock examination rooms
• Monitor and maintain medical supplies and inventory
• Complete accurate and timely EMR documentation
• Support front desk operations, patient communication, and phone management
• Conduct patient follow-up calls as directed
• Perform opening and closing clinic duties, including cash handling and reconciliation
• Conduct equipment checks, quality control procedures, and basic troubleshooting
• Adhere to clinical, safety, compliance, and operational policies
• Float across multiple assigned urgent care centers

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 1 year of Medical Assistant experience required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire
• BLS certification must be obtained through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability and willingness to float between assigned centers within the market
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program preferred
• Candidates with fewer than three years of Medical Assistant experience must hold an approved Medical Assistant certification or obtain certification within twelve months of hire
• Accepted certifications include CCMA, CMA, RMA, NCMA, and NRCMA
• Candidates without Medical Assistant certification at hire may be considered with three or more years of Medical Assistant experience and one or more years in an Urgent Care, Emergency Department, or Hospital setting
• LPN, RN, EMT, Paramedic, or CNA credentials may be accepted in lieu of Medical Assistant certification
• CPOE certification must be obtained within two weeks of the start date
• Proficiency in Medical Assistant clinical duties
• Strong phlebotomy and specimen collection skills
• Experience performing point-of-care testing
• Strong computer and documentation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to exceptional, patient-centered care
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in Medical Assistant clinical duties, including patient registration, vital sign monitoring, and point-of-care testing. Holds current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and possesses strong communication and organizational skills to provide exceptional patient-centered care.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Medical Assistant Experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Phlebotomy Skills
• Point-of-Care Testing
• EMR Documentation

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Patient Registration
• Vital Sign Monitoring
• Point-of-Care Testing
• Venipuncture
• Specimen Collection
• EMR Documentation
• Cash Handling
• Quality Control Procedures
• Medical Supply Inventory Management
• Clinical Duties Proficiency

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Organizational Abilities
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Ability to Work Independently

Certifications & Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• CCMA
• CMA
• RMA
• NCMA
• NRCMA
• CPOE Certification

Industry Keywords

• Patient-Centered Care
• Urgent Care
• Emergency Department
• Clinical Environment
• Medical Assisting Program