Medical Assistant Pediatric Surgery
Core
Assist clinicians and nursing staff in providing direct patient care, preparing patients for exams, and managing clinical workflows in a pediatric surgery setting.
Role type
Medical Assistant (Clinical Care)
Builds
Patient care experiences and efficient clinical operations
Domain
Healthcare / Pediatrics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs measurement, phlebotomy, EKG administration, patient documentation, medication administration, infection control, scheduling coordination, medical software proficiency
Preferred skills
Insurance/managed care knowledge, EMR proficiency, scheduling software experience
Technologies
EMR, scheduling software
Responsibilities
Prepare patients for exams and treatments by taking vital signs and recording symptoms; Assist providers with exams and minor in-office procedures including phlebotomy and EKGs; Coordinate patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, and scheduling; Maintain clean clinical environment and disinfect equipment; Order supplies and manage medication inventory.