Medical Assistant – Float

• Assist with direct patient care and perform routine specialized medical procedures according to established clinical protocols
• Assist medical and nursing staff in examining and treating patients
• Room patients and measure and record vital signs, including height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration
• Complete patient interviews and histories
• Prepare patients for examinations, tests, and treatments and explain procedures
• Assist with physician-ordered procedures, examinations, treatments, and special tests
• Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms
• Collect blood, urine, and sputum samples
• Perform routine laboratory tests on patient samples

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One of the following: diploma from a Medical Assistant Program; minimum of 1 year of medical assisting experience;
  Military Medic training; EMT-P (Paramedic) training; or equivalent of 1 year combined relevant medical assisting experience and education
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred
• Certified Medical Assistants receive additional compensation for obtaining and maintaining certification

Demonstrates proficiency in direct patient care, including vital sign measurement, specimen collection, and routine laboratory tests. Possesses strong communication skills to assist in patient examinations and explain procedures effectively.