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Floating Medical Assistant Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Balance Health

Medical Assistant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our team is looking for a hard-working medical assistant who will work with the physicians and other members of the practice by performing a variety of clinical and administrative duties floating to ...

Balance Health

Medical Assistant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our team is looking for a hard-working medical assistant who will work with the physicians and other members of the practice by performing a variety of clinical and administrative duties floating to ...

Unitek Learning

Medical Assistant Instructor

Murray, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Certified Medical Assistant (RMA, CMA, NRCMA) preferred EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: * Three demonstrable (3) ... Increasing based on years of service with company * 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday

Unitek Learning

Medical Assistant Instructor

Murray, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Certified Medical Assistant (RMA, CMA, NRCMA) preferred EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: * Three demonstrable (3) ... Increasing based on years of service with company * 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday

Imh

$18 - $23.25/hr

A Medical assistant has accountability for providing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic ... Layton Parkway ENT- *(Floating to McKay Dee and Bountiful as well) Additional Details: Please ...

Imh

Medical Assistant ENT Clinics

Layton, UT

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

A Medical assistant has accountability for providing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic ... Layton Parkway ENT- *(Floating to McKay Dee and Bountiful as well) Additional Details: Please ...

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How much do floating medical assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for floating medical assistant in Utah is $18.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $19.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does being a floating medical assistant differ from a traditional medical assistant role in terms of daily responsibilities and team collaboration?

As a Floating Medical Assistant, your daily responsibilities can vary significantly since you are assigned to different departments or locations based on staffing needs. This flexibility requires you to quickly adapt to new workflows, electronic health record systems, and team dynamics. You’ll frequently collaborate with various healthcare providers and support staff, making strong communication and organizational skills essential. The role offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to gain experience across multiple specialties, which can be valuable for career growth within the healthcare field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a floating medical assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Floating Medical Assistant, you need a solid grasp of clinical procedures, patient care, and administrative tasks, typically supported by a medical assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent). Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, basic laboratory equipment, and scheduling software is essential. Flexibility, strong communication, and the ability to quickly adapt to different clinical environments are standout soft skills. These abilities ensure efficient support across multiple departments, consistent patient care, and seamless workflow in dynamic healthcare settings.

How to become a floating medical assistant?

To become a floating medical assistant, you typically need to complete a postsecondary medical assisting program and obtain certification such as the CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) or RMA (Registered Medical Assistant). Experience in clinical and administrative tasks, strong communication skills, and flexibility to work in various healthcare settings are also important for this role.

What is a floating medical assistant?

A Floating Medical Assistant is a healthcare professional who provides clinical and administrative support across multiple departments or locations within a medical facility. Unlike traditional medical assistants who work in a specific office or specialty, floating medical assistants fill staffing gaps, assist during busy periods, and ensure consistent patient care throughout the organization. Their tasks may include taking vital signs, updating medical records, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with procedures as needed. This role requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly learn new workflows.

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Infographic showing various Floating Medical Assistant job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,662 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

Floating Medical Assistant and Patient Services Representative

Balance Health

Holladay, UT • On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Balance Health is the nation's premier comprehensive lower-extremity focused Physician Practice. We provide leading podiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, and physical therapists with operational support so they can spend their time focused on growing their business and delivering exceptional patient care.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Floating Medical Assistant works with the Physician and other members of the primary or specialty care team by performing a variety of clinical and administrative patient-related duties. The Medical Assistant also works to fulfill a variety of patient needs and ensures smooth patient flow within the department.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Greets patients on the phone and in person
  • Willing to drive between Bountiful, Park City, Salt Lake City, Heber, Sandy, Eagle Mountain, West Jordan
  • Places patients in the exam rooms
  • Takes vital signs and perform ancillary tests appropriate to skill level
  • Assists and sets up for providers during examination, treatment, and procedures
  • Keeps accurate patient files
  • Applies dressing, bandages, and splints as ordered by provider
  • Ensures rooms are stocked with necessary supplies
  • Maintains a sanitized and safe working environment
  • Maintains HIPAA
  • Coordination of services between multiple practices demonstrable by excellent communication skills
  • Performs administrative tasks and must be cross trained on front desk responsibilities to provide support as needed

Requirements
Required :
  • 1+ years medical assistant experience
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Current American Heart Association CPR Certification
  • Certification from an approved medical assistant program or equivalent combination of training
  • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision
  • Ability to respond appropriately to emergencies
  • Ability to adapt to advancement and changing technology
  • Ability to show attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all levels of staff
  • Basic typing skills to input various data into Information systems
  • Experience in an outpatient practice
  • Able to coordinate patient services, assist patients with office, medications and procedure authorizations and explain process to patients
  • Ability to use EMR and perform chart abstraction into EMR
  • Strong computer skills and use of Microsoft office
  • Ability to prioritize work efficiently
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills and writing skills
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Must be able to multi-task and be flexible in changing work assignments at short notice, which includes increasing work hours as needed to cover the practice needs
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced setting
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
  • or any combination of academic education and professional training and development along with applied work experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Education and Experience
  • Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Experience in fast paced scheduling or call center
  • 1+ years of customer service experience
  • Experience working with performance metrics
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits of Working with Balance Health
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • HSA with Employer Contribution
  • FSA
  • Generous PTO Program
  • 401k with a 3% Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

To find out more, visit https://balancehealth.com/

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