Medical Assistant

Pathway Pediatrics•Chelsea, AL

12h

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides essential clinical support in a pediatric care environment, assisting physicians, mid-level practitioners, and the healthcare team in delivering high-quality, age-appropriate patient care. The role helps create a welcoming environment for children and families and requires collaborative work in a team setting. Cross-training for receptionist or other back-office roles may be requested by the employer. The Medical Assistant works in the Chelsea and Sylacauga offices as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Current CPR certification.
Above-average interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact pleasantly and professionally with patients, especially children, families, visitors, and staff.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills for vital signs, documentation, and inventory.
Knowledge of medical terminology, pediatric procedures, immunizations, and basic diagnostic testing.
Proficiency in operating medical equipment used for vital signs or other point-of-care tests and performing basic lab tasks.
Ability to administer injections and handle specimens safely.
Commitment to confidentiality, privacy protocols, and HIPAA compliance.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment and adapt to cross-training.
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds unassisted, including assisting patients with positioning or transfers as required.
Ability to stand, walk, and move actively for extended periods in a clinical setting.

Nice To Haves

Six months of related experience and/or training in a medical or pediatric setting.
Proficiency in medical terminology, procedures, and diagnoses.
Successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) program.
Willingness to attend continuing education courses at the employer's request.

Responsibilities

Greet patients and families, escort them to examination rooms, and help them feel comfortable.
Interview patients or parents to obtain medical history, allergies, and current concerns; accurately measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation, height, and weight.
Collect and document pertinent medical data in the patient chart or EMR.
Perform in-house lab tests; collect specimens, prepare them for testing or send-out, and set up lab equipment as needed.
Administer immunizations and ordered medications under supervision or direction.
Enter vaccines into the state system daily and review vaccine status for patients scheduled the next day.
Assist physicians or mid-level practitioners during examinations, treatments, and minor procedures.
Prepare, clean, disinfect, and restock examination rooms, equipment, and supplies between patients; take out trash as needed and stock lab areas.
Sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
Operate and maintain medical equipment and alert the supervisor to malfunctions or supply needs.
Attend scheduled department staff and clinical meetings.
Maintain confidentiality and follow privacy protocols, clinic policies, HIPAA requirements, and quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Work in the Chelsea and Sylacauga offices as needed and cross-train for receptionist or other back-office roles at the employer's request.