Overview:
Join a reputable pediatric clinical setting as a Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) and make a meaningful impact on young patients’ health and well-being. This position offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your skills will directly support patient care and contribute to a professional healthcare team. If you’re passionate about pediatrics and looking for a rewarding opportunity with potential for permanent placement, this role is perfect for you.
Responsibilities:
- Obtain and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration for pediatric patients.
- Perform hearing screenings and vision tests to assist in comprehensive assessments.
- Prepare patients for examinations by recording medical histories, medication lists, and allergies.
- Assist healthcare providers with procedures such as nebulizer treatments and immunizations, including injections.
- Label and collect specimens, including throat swabs, urine samples, and venipuncture for lab testing.
- Support laboratory testing, including blood glucose monitoring via glucometer.
- Manage office duties such as handling pharmacy calls, patient refill requests, and telephone triage.
- Donate your skills for procedures like TB skin tests, suture removal, and rooming pediatric patients.
- Ensure proper documentation and maintains patient flow throughout the clinic.
Required Skills:
- Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) credentials — RMA and other certifications are not accepted for this role.
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in an outpatient pediatric setting.
- Proficiency in vital sign measurement, medication recording, and patient history documentation.
- Ability to perform basic procedures such as injections, specimen collection, and screenings confidently.
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail in documentation and patient management.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with children, parents, and healthcare team members.
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience working with EPIC or other electronic health records systems.
- Knowledge of pediatric-specific procedures and assessments.
- Bilingual skills to effectively communicate with diverse patient populations.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required; formal Medical Assistant certification essential.
- Previous experience in a busy outpatient pediatric clinic environment highly preferred.
- Experience using clinical software such as EPIC is advantageous.
Other Requirements:
- Schedule: 4 days a week, 10-hour shifts, from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM — Monday through Thursday, with Fridays and weekends off.
- Location: This role is based at a well-established pediatric clinic located within a 50-mile radius of the candidate’s residence; local candidates strongly preferred.
- Certifications: Valid WA State MA-C license required. Proof must be provided during application.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods and perform clinical procedures as needed.
- Travel & On-call: No travel or on-call duties required.
- This is a contract position with a potential to transition to permanent employment, offering stability and career growth.
If you are a dedicated Medical Assistant with pediatric outpatient experience and a passion for providing excellent patient care, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join a vibrant team committed to serving the health needs of children and families in a top-tier clinical environment!