Registration Medical Assistant

Knoxville TN, 3 days 12hrs, Day shift Thursday, Friday, Sunday 7:00am to 7:00pm

Job Description

As a Registration Medical Assistant in the Emergency Room, you will be the first point of contact for patients arriving at the emergency department. You will be responsible for checking in patients, taking their vitals, and ensuring that urgent care needs are communicated to the nursing staff promptly.

Responsibilities

• Be 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 immediately if a patient needs urgent care.
• Update the ED tracking board promptly to communicate with staff.
• Document and maintain patient records, including vitals like temperature, pulse, respiration rates, blood pressures, oxygen saturation, weights, heights, and intake-output measurements.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment by checking equipment daily, reporting malfunctions, handling linen appropriately, and storing supplies properly.
• Respond to patient requests and keep them updated on their care progress.
• Report observed changes in patient condition to nurses or providers.
• Help maintain a clean and orderly patient and work environment.
• Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Work toward achieving goals and objectives and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 2 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to take blood pressure and conduct phlebotomy as needed.
• Experience with electronic medical records.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Medical Assistant certification or equivalent experience (certification not required).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a hospital setting with a 250-bed capacity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work different shifts.

Experience: 2 years of MA Experience

Pay :$18-$19

Shift: Day Shift Thursday, Friday, Sunday (7:00am to 7:00pm) 3 Days 12 hrs

Location: Knoxville

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 26, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $18 - $20