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!