Medical Assistant Pediatric Pulmonary
Core
Assists pediatric pulmonology clinicians in patient care, including rooming, vitals, pulmonary function tests, and administrative coordination for patients from birth to 18.
Role type
Medical Assistant (Pediatric Pulmonology)
Builds
Direct patient care and clinic operations for pediatric respiratory patients
Domain
Healthcare / Pediatrics / Pulmonology
Required skills
Vital signs measurement, phlebotomy, EKG administration, patient flow management, medical documentation, infection control, medication administration, scheduling, insurance authorization coordination
Preferred skills
EMR software proficiency, managed care operations knowledge, prior office medical procedures experience
Technologies
EMR systems, scheduling software
Responsibilities
Room patients and obtain vital signs; Perform pulmonary function tests, phlebotomy, EKGs, and ear irrigation; Coordinate patient authorizations, referrals, and scheduling; Maintain exam rooms and disinfect equipment; Document patient care and communicate results; Order supplies and manage medication stock
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC