Medical Assistant Float, PRN

About the Role

Step into a meaningful role at Logan Regional Medical Center, a 132-bed facility located in southern West Virginia. Logan Regional is an award-winning, full-service community hospital with a history of innovation, including a one-of-a-kind Rural General Surgery residency program and collaboration with Marshall Health Network to expand specialty care opportunities. The hospital has earned prestigious recognitions such as an "A" grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s Great Community Hospitals list, Forbes’ Inaugural Top Hospitals list, and Best-in-State hospital status from Newsweek/Statista. This Float position supports multiple locations as needed to assist with staffing levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist in rooming patients, taking vitals, performing EKGs, and assisting in office-based procedures under physician supervision.
• Conduct certified-level clinical procedures such as vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection.
• Prepare and administer medications under physician direction per certification guidelines.
• Perform advanced administrative functions, including coordination of care, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and patient education.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical equipment in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper documentation of clinical tasks and maintain EMR accuracy.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for uncertified staff when appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control procedures.
• Engage in continuing education and training to maintain certification and advance skills.
• Support quality and performance improvement efforts across the clinic.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or equivalent).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire.
• Minimum of one year experience in an outpatient or physician practice setting preferred.
• Demonstrated clinical competency and ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical software.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
• Ability to triage patient concerns and escalate appropriately.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Consistently professional in demeanor and appearance.
• Attention to accuracy and adherence to safety protocols.