Pediatric Medical Assistant

Bluebird Kids Health • Boynton Beach, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Bluebird Kids Health seeks a skilled and compassionate Medical Assistant to support its mission-based provider team in delivering pediatric care. The role combines direct patient care and administrative support to help ensure the smooth operation of the clinic. The ideal candidate has strong patient-care and communication skills and a genuine interest in working with children and their families.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and exam rooms, recording vital signs, assisting providers with examinations and procedures, administering medications and injections as directed, maintaining medical records, handling scheduling and other administrative tasks, processing lab specimens, and supporting patient and family education. The Medical Assistant also follows infection-control and safety protocols and performs other duties as assigned.

The position is based in a combination of medical office and exam-room settings, with frequent exposure to communicable diseases, biohazards, and other conditions common in clinical environments. Physical activities include prolonged sitting and computer work; walking, standing, bending, twisting, and reaching; and occasionally lifting, carrying, or moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Equipment includes standard office equipment and CLIA-waived point-of-care lab equipment.

Bluebird Kids Health provides underserved communities with access to value-based pediatric primary care, offering evidence-based primary and urgent care, around-the-clock support, care coordination, chronic disease management, and other population health services. The organization measures success through health outcomes, medical costs, family experience, and a rewarding environment for clinicians and staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of previous experience as a medical assistant or in a patient-facing role in a clinic or hospital setting.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Knowledge of clinical processes and principles, medical practices, protocols, and standards.
• Familiarity with state and federal healthcare laws, including HIPAA and scope-of-practice requirements.
• Proficiency in basic medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
• Skill in documenting patient care and reviewing documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to help team members, and ability to communicate clearly with medical and administrative staff at different levels.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential.
• Pediatric experience.
• Vaccine administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for examinations.
• Take and record patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
• Assist healthcare providers during medical procedures and examinations.
• Administer medications and injections as directed by healthcare providers.
• Greet patients and visitors, answer phone calls, and schedule appointments.
• Analyze, update, and maintain patients' medical records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Process lab specimens and prepare them for testing.
• Assist with insurance verification and billing tasks as needed.
• Provide patients and families with information and instructions about medical conditions, treatments, and medications.
• Educate patients and families about preventive healthcare measures and lifestyle modifications.
• Ensure patients and families understand treatment plans and follow-up care instructions.
• Prepare exam rooms and medical equipment for patient use.
• Follow infection-control protocols and maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Dispose of biohazardous materials and medical waste in accordance with regulations.
• Follow safety policies and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with performance incentives.
• Collaborative and dynamic workplace with professional growth opportunities.
• Diverse and inclusive company culture.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance products.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Other exclusive employee benefits.
• Generous paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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