Medical Assistant - Pediatrics
Core
Support pediatric providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care, including clinical procedures, documentation, and administrative support for infants, children, and adolescents.
Role type
Medical Assistant (Pediatrics)
Builds
Patient care services and clinic operations for pediatric patients
Domain
Healthcare / Pediatrics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Clinical documentation, vital signs measurement, basic diagnostic testing, patient education reinforcement, infection prevention compliance, front office administration, exam room preparation
Preferred skills
Medical Assistant program graduation, outpatient/pediatric experience, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Technologies
Electronic health records
Responsibilities
Greet and prepare pediatric patients for examinations, obtain and document vital signs and medical histories, assist providers during clinical procedures, perform basic diagnostic testing (urine dipsticks, glucose, EKGs), coordinate diagnostic testing and referrals, maintain exam room cleanliness and supplies, reinforce patient education, handle front office check-in/check-out tasks
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC