Medical Assistant Floater

At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant Floater supports physicians, mid-level providers, nurses, and patients. When needed, the Medical Assistant Floater moves between departments and clinic sites to offer support.

Supervisory Responsibilities : None

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

Clinical Functions

• Responsible for knowing the Medical Assistant scope of practice
• Prepare charts and obtain consents
• Collects all gaps in care to ensure the best quality of care for patients
• Receive patients, take and record chief complaints, and prepare patient for examination; record blood pressure, pulse, respirations, pulse oximetry, height and weight
• Prepare patients for examinations or procedures including positioning, draping, shaving,and disinfecting treatment sites
• Explain procedures to patients as requested by clinic personnel
• Collect specimens, take EKGs, and collect blood samples as requested by clinic personnel
• Assist the physician with examination, treatments, minor surgery, dressing changes, and splinting
• Assist the provider in the collection of specimens such as pap smears and throat cultures
• Administer medications orally, topically, vaginally, rectally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, and intradermally
• Prepare and replenish supplies in the treatment room and exam rooms
• Maintain exam rooms in an orderly and constant state of readiness for incoming patients
• Perform simple laboratory procedures such as blood sugars and urine dips
• Sterilize instruments and maintain diagnostic and therapeutic equipment as well as a safe and clean environment
• Dispose of contaminated, disposable, and outdated items per protocol
• Perform necessary vision screening and operate the oximeter, audiometer, nebulizer and spirometer as directed
• Demonstrate willingness to assist co-workers whenever needed
• Maintain good working relationships with all clinic personnel
• Review patient record forms for accuracy and completion
• Attend all staff meetings and health fairs
• Observe DAP Health policies and procedures
• Provide compassionate quality care to the patients of DAP Health, within the scope of practice outlined by state or federal law
• Perform other duties as needed.

Floating Functions

Required Skills / Abilities

Education and Experience

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements