Telemedicine Medical Assistant

Part-time, W-2 position located on-site at a Skilled Nursing Facility in Owenton, KY.

Schedule

• Approximately 3-4 days per week, including one 12-hour weekend shift
• Flexible scheduling between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
• Shift length: 6-12 hours, finalized based on program coverage needs

About the role

Telos Health Systems is seeking a dependable Telemedicine Medical Assistant to support scheduled telemedicine visits in-person in a Skilled Nursing Facility setting. This individual will transport and position the mobile telehealth unit, assist residents during visits, and help create an efficient connection between residents, facility staff, and remote healthcare providers. This is an excellent opportunity for a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or healthcare student interested in gaining hands-on experience in telemedicine and post-acute care.

Responsibilities

• Transport and position the mobile telehealth unit between resident rooms
• Ensure the telehealth provider can clearly see, hear, and communicate with the resident
• Assist residents with basic positioning during visits
• Place the attached digital stethoscope on the resident as directed by the telehealth provider to support respiratory and cardiovascular auscultation
• Ensure residents are available and prepared for scheduled visits
• Maintain resident privacy, dignity, comfort, and confidentiality
• Communicate workflow, equipment, or connectivity concerns to the appropriate Telos or facility team
• Follow facility safety, infection-control, and HIPAA requirements

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Healthcare education, training, experience, or current enrollment in a healthcare-related program
• Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, pre-nursing, allied health, or similar experience is preferred
• Medical Assistant certification is preferred but not required
• Comfortable working with older adults in a skilled nursing or post-acute care setting
• Comfortable using basic technology and following guidance from a remote healthcare provider
• Strong communication, reliability, professionalism, and organizational skills
• Ability to safely move and position the mobile telehealth unit and assist with basic resident positioning
• Reliable transportation to the assigned facility

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the facility during the shift
• Ability to push, maneuver, and position a mobile telehealth unit
• Ability to assist with basic resident positioning within training and facility guidelines

About Telos Health Systems

Telos Health Systems expands access to high-quality care through innovative telemedicine services. Our program connects skilled nursing facility residents with remote healthcare providers to support timely, coordinated, and resident-centered care. This position offers a flexible, part-time schedule and the opportunity to gain experience in telemedicine, post-acute care, and healthcare technology while contributing to a growing clinical program.