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Kidtherapy

Bilingual Pediatric Office Assistant

Austin, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Description Part-Time Bilingual Administrative Float We are looking for a Spanish/English-speaking employee to help maintain our pediatric therapy clinic. We are looking for a part-time applicant ...

Oaklawn

Administrative Assistant - Float

Goshen, IN

$17.64/hr

Administrative Assistant FLOAT - Elkhart/Goshen Are you looking for a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities to grow? Join Oaklawn, where hope and healing begin, in addressing ...

Oaklawn

Administrative Assistant - Float

Goshen, IN · On-site

$17.64/hr

Administrative Assistant FLOAT - Elkhart/Goshen Are you looking for a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities to grow? Join Oaklawn, where hope and healing begin, in addressing ...

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How much do administrative float jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for administrative float in the United States is $23.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an administrative float?

An Administrative Float is a versatile administrative professional who provides temporary support across various departments within an organization. They fill in for absent staff, assist during busy periods, or help with special projects. Their duties can include answering phones, scheduling appointments, data entry, and other clerical tasks. This role requires adaptability, strong organizational skills, and the ability to quickly learn new procedures. Administrative Floats are essential for maintaining smooth office operations during staff shortages or increased workloads.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an administrative float, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Administrative Float, you need strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a solid understanding of office procedures, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant administrative experience. Familiarity with office software like Microsoft Office Suite, scheduling systems, and sometimes basic knowledge of industry-specific platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial because Administrative Floats must seamlessly support multiple departments, ensuring smooth workflow and operational continuity.

How does an administrative float adapt to working with different departments and changing priorities?

As an Administrative Float, you'll regularly rotate among departments to provide support where it's most needed. This means quickly learning each team's workflow, culture, and specific administrative processes. Flexibility and strong communication skills are essential, as you'll need to shift priorities, follow various managers' instructions, and often jump into unfamiliar tasks with minimal notice. Many floats find that this variety keeps the work dynamic and provides opportunities to build broad organizational knowledge, which can lead to advancement into specialized administrative or supervisory roles.

What is the difference between Administrative Float vs Administrative Assistant?

AspectAdministrative FloatAdministrative Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer additional certificationsHigh school diploma; some roles may require administrative certifications
Work EnvironmentMultiple departments or locations, flexible schedulingSpecific department or office, consistent location
Employer UsageUsed in organizations needing flexible support across departmentsCommonly employed in administrative support roles within a single department
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for flexible administrative support rolesSeeking dedicated administrative support position

Administrative Float roles typically involve providing flexible support across multiple departments or locations, requiring adaptability and general administrative skills. In contrast, Administrative Assistants usually work in a specific department, focusing on routine clerical tasks. Both roles often require similar credentials but differ in work environment and scope of responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Administrative Float job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,388 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Medical Assistant - Administrative Float

Temple Terrace, FL

Orthopaedic Solutions Management
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$17.50 - $23/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

In this role you will:

Be responsible for performing secretarial duties for physician, which includes knowledge of medical terminology, and hospital and clinic procedures.

 
Compensation is based on experience, certification level, and relevant orthopedic or high-volume clinical background.

Key Responsibilities

  • Able to effectively deliver quality patient care and follow through with physician orders
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to conduct oneself in a professional and positive manner on a consistent basis and during challenging situations.
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Reliable and able to adjust work schedule according to patient/clinic needs
  • Handle inter-office correspondence.
  • Opening and distribution of mail for Physician.
  • Maintaining Physicians files.
  • Maintaining Physicians schedule.
  • Answering phone calls.
  • Entering all calls in Filemaker.
  • Scheduling of appointments, depositions, conferences, etc.
  • Scheduling patient surgeries, pre and post operative appointments, and preparing paperwork.
  • Scheduling all surgeries in Filemaker.
  • Entering Physicians billing information in Filemaker, if applicable.
  • Liaison between Physician and Hospital.
  • Liaison between Physician and patient.
  • Preparing letters of excuse from work or school.
  • Triaging of patient calls.
  • Facilitating patient interaction with other FOI departments.
  • Completing Disability Forms for patients.
  • Making travel arrangements for Physicians.
  • Assisting Physician in clinic, if applicable.
  • Assure compliance with all company plans, policies and procedures set forth by the Florida Orthopaedic Institute
  • All other duties as assigned.

About You:

  • High School Diploma required
  • Completed Medical Assisting School or received a Medical Assistant Certificate
  • 1 year experience as a Medical Assistant preferred 
  • Proficient in Excel and Word
  • Must be willing to travel to all of our clinic locations in the Tampa Bay area
  • Must be able to work extended hours to cover clinics as needed
  • Must have suture/staple removal experience

We Would Love It If You Also Had:

  • Spanish Bi-Lingual a Plus!
  • Athena EMR experience
  • Administrative Assistant experience
  • Orthopaedic experience

At FOI our goal is to provide our patients with world-class orthopedic care.

Our mission of providing the best care encompasses not only the care the physician provides, but all medical and administrative aspects of the patients encounter with Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) as well. Every staff member plays a vital role in this mission. We take pride in receiving the Patriot Award from the Department of Defense for the support that we give to National Guard and Reserve members who are employed by FOI. We are committed to encouraging a culture of inclusion reflective of the communities we serve, and we provide equal opportunity to all. Florida Orthopaedic Institute conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

What we offer:

    • Full time opportunities available, with room for career growth and advancement.
    • Excellent job security and stability, to promote an optimal work life balance.
    • Be part of this dynamic and growing high level Patient Services Team!

Orthopaedic Solutions Management is a Drug Free Workplace

We are committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. As part of this commitment, we operate as a drug-free workplace. All candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment drug screening and/or be subject to random drug testing in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.