Medical Assistant (MA) Pediatrics

Lifepoint Health • Marquette, MI

3d

About The Position

Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area
or office.

Reports to: Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Under the supervision of physician or nurse, assists with performing patient
assessments and treatments.

Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and
communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.

Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking,
cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination areas.

Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing,
reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree
• 1 year related experience

Responsibilities

• Assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED