What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Pediatric Clinic?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated, energetic, and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our fast-paced pediatric healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and families and will support daily clinical and administrative operations in a busy outpatient pediatric setting. This role involves delivering exceptional pediatric patient care, assisting with clinical procedures, and ensuring smooth clinic workflow. Candidates who thrive in high-energy environments and have experience in pediatrics, urgent care, or outpatient clinics are highly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Assist with pediatric patient intake, including collecting medical histories from parents/guardians and documenting symptoms accurately
- Measure and record vital signs for infants, children, and adolescents
- Prepare pediatric patients for examinations, procedures, and immunizations
- Assist providers during pediatric examinations and procedures, including vaccinations and minor treatments
- Maintain accurate documentation within electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Provide excellent patient and family support by answering questions and offering age-appropriate education on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care
- Assist with ICD coding and documentation to support billing and insurance processes
- Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly clinical environment in accordance with infection control protocols
- Support laboratory testing and specimen collection as needed
- Ensure efficient patient flow to support a high-volume pediatric clinic setting
Skills
- Pediatric patient care experience
- Vaccine administration and immunization management
- Pediatric phlebotomy and specimen collection
- Accurate vital signs assessment for infants, children, and adolescents
- Knowledge of pediatric immunization schedules
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented and compassionate approach to patient care
Qualifications
- Medical Assistant certification preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year of pediatric medical assisting experience required.
- Experience administering pediatric vaccines required.
- Phlebotomy experience, including pediatric blood draws and specimen collection, preferred.
- Experience in pediatric, urgent care, or outpatient clinic settings strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pediatric clinical procedures.
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Familiarity with ICD-10 coding and clinical documentation.
- Knowledge of pediatric immunization schedules and vaccine administration required.
- Current CPR certification preferred.
This Medical Assistant position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s health while working in a supportive, upbeat, and fast-moving pediatric clinic environment. We are looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about pediatric care and committed to providing exceptional service to our patients and families.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32,456 - $42,189