Job Title: Registration Medical Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Registration Medical Assistant to join our Emergency Room team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for patient check-in and taking vital signs upon ER arrival. If a patient is in distress and in urgent need of care, you will notify the nursing staff to take immediate action.

ResponsibilitiesBe the first point of contact for patients arriving at the emergency department.Collect the patient’s name and reason for visit.Enter data so the patient is visible on the tracking board.Notify RN if a patient needs immediate attention for triage.Promptly update the ED tracking board to communicate with staff.Document and maintain patient records, including temperature, pulse, respiration rates, blood pressures, oxygen saturation, weights, heights, and intake-output measurements.Assist in maintaining a safe environment, including checking equipment daily for proper function and reporting any issues, handling linen appropriately, and storing supplies correctly.Respond to patient requests and keep them updated on care progress.Report observed changes in patient condition to nurse or provider.Assist in triage by taking vital signs.Help maintain a clean and orderly patient and work environment.Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards. Work towards achieving goals and objectives, and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.Perform other duties as assigned.Essential Skills3 years of clinical experience preferred.MA certification or equivalent experience accepted.Proficiency in phlebotomy.Ability to take blood pressure and other vital signs.Experience with electronic medical records.Strong customer service skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in a hospital or emergency room setting is advantageous.Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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