Medical Assistant

Pediatric Associates • Royal Palm Beach, FL

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant position at Pediatric Associates involves providing quality team-based patient care under the direct supervision of a clinician. The role encompasses both clinical and administrative functions aimed at promoting health and wellness in a safe and friendly environment, particularly for pediatric patients. The Medical Assistant will support clinician and care management teams in chronic disease management and assist in various medical procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Active BLS certification required upon hire.
• Valid driver's license is required for the duration of employment.
• Medical foreign doctors must have a Bachelor of Science degree in General Medicine.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in patient observation.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and immunization.
• Proficiency in electronic health recordkeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high quality patient experience and ensure a safe patient environment.
• Perform and document patient intake vitals including height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate.
• Interview patients and update medical records with relevant information.
• Obtain necessary medical records and diagnostic results for clinician review.
• Prepare patients for clinician examinations and ensure clinician orders are performed and documented accurately.
• Assist clinicians in age-appropriate screenings and procedures under supervision.
• Perform vaccine and medication reconciliation and provide education to patients/parents prior to administration.
• Complete patient follow-up tasks including answering phones and handling correspondence.
• Perform phlebotomy and lab sample collection as needed.
• Adhere to organizational information security policies.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a Monday to Friday schedule.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED