Medical Assistant Float — Flexible Urgent Care Coverage

Baptist Health; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus

Shift differential

401K match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Baptist Health is looking for a Full Time Medical Assistant Float in LaGrange, GA. The role involves supporting patient care across BHMG Urgent Cares in Shelbyville and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include checking in patients, obtaining vital signs, and navigating electronic health systems, ensuring excellent service aligned with Baptist's mission. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 1 year of medical assisting experience or graduate of an accredited MA program. Certified Medical Assistant credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a medical office or clinic.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• Certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, or AAMP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients and obtain vital signs.
• Navigate electronic health record system.
• Support direct patient care activities.

Skills

Patient care experience

Basic computer skills

Communication with pharmacies and physicians

Vital signs and medication reconciliation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EPIC EMR System

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Baptist Health is looking for a Full Time Medical Assistant Float in LaGrange, GA. The role involves supporting patient care across BHMG Urgent Cares in Shelbyville and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include checking in patients, obtaining vital signs, and navigating electronic health systems, ensuring excellent service aligned with Baptist's mission. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 1 year of medical assisting experience or graduate of an accredited MA program. Certified Medical Assistant credentials are preferred.