BMS Clinical Float - Medical Assistant / LPN

Clinical Float - Medical Assistant / LPN

Bloomington Medical Services

Job Summary

The Clinical Float Medical Assistant / Licensed Practical Nurse provides clinical and administrative support across multiple Bloomington Medical Services practices. This position supports physicians and advanced practice providers in a variety of specialty and primary care environments to maintain efficient clinic operations and ensure high-quality patient care.

The float role provides coverage during staff absences, vacancies, and periods of increased patient volume. Individuals in this role must be flexible, adaptable, and able to work effectively in different clinical settings while maintaining consistent patient care standards.

Candidates may be hired as Medical Assistants or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) based on licensure, education, and organizational needs.

Reports To

The Clinical Float reports directly to the Practice Manager for all operational, administrative, and clinical responsibilities and works collaboratively with physicians and advanced practice providers to support patient care.

Essential Functions

Clinical Responsibilities

Clinical duties involve direct patient care and assisting providers with examinations, treatments, and procedures.

Responsibilities may include:

• Rooming patients and obtaining vital signs
• Collecting medical histories and updating patient records
• Preparing patients for examinations, procedures, and diagnostic testing
• Assisting providers during examinations and procedures
• Explaining procedures and care instructions to patients
• Performing phlebotomy and specimen preparation
• Performing EKGs or other diagnostic testing as appropriate to specialty
• Administering medications within scope of practice
• Removing sutures and performing basic wound care when appropriate
• Cleaning and sterilizing medical instruments and equipment
• Preparing exam rooms and maintaining clinical supply levels

Administrative Responsibilities

Administrative duties support the coordination of patient care and efficient clinic operations.

Responsibilities may include:

• Maintaining confidentiality of patient health information
• Scheduling patient appointments and procedures
• Updating patient records in the electronic medical record
• Obtaining insurance authorizations and pre-certifications
• Monitoring and responding to patient portal messages
• Ordering laboratory tests and imaging studies as directed by providers
• Managing inventory and ordering clinical supplies
• Following up with patients regarding test results or care instructions

Clerical Responsibilities

Clerical support duties assist with general office workflow when needed.

Responsibilities may include:

• Answering phones and assisting with patient inquiries
• Greeting and directing patients
• Filing and scanning documentation
• Handling correspondence
• Performing data entry and documentation support

Float Responsibilities

Clinical Float staff provide coverage across multiple Bloomington Medical Services practices and must be able to adapt to varying clinical workflows and specialties.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing coverage during staff absences, vacancies, and increased patient demand
• Supporting providers across multiple specialties and practice locations
• Learning and adapting to different clinical workflows
• Maintaining consistent patient care standards across practices
• Assisting with maintaining clinic flow and provider productivity
• This position requires flexibility to support multiple Bloomington Medical Services practice locations and specialties and may require travel between sites as operational needs dictate.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to adapt quickly to different clinical environments and specialties
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical staff
• Excellent communication and patient interaction skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation

Education and Licensure

Candidates may qualify for this role through one of the following:

Medical Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred
• Certification required

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Current Ohio LPN license required

Work schedules for the Clinical Float position will vary depending on the practice location and clinical area where coverage is needed. Shifts will occur Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

No evening shifts

No weekend shifts

No on-call requirements

This position follows the Bloomington Medical Services (BMS) holiday schedule, and offices are closed on all BMS-approved holidays.