Pediatric Medical Assistant Jobs

The Medical Assistant supports the licensed healthcare team in performing office examinations and procedures by organizing and managing clinic patient flow, gathering and documenting patient screening data, assisting providers with documentation, educating patients and families, and communicating with the patient's healthcare team. All patient-care activities are performed under the delegation or supervision of a licensed professional and in accordance with Vanderbilt Health standards and applicable licensure and certification regulations. The role supports daily clinic operations, assists with clinical procedures, gathers and documents patient information, and helps coordinate patient appointments and follow-up care. It also includes leading daily care-team huddles and supporting the physician's or advanced practice practitioner's documentation and activities during visits. Vanderbilt recognizes medical assistant certifications from AMT, AAMA, NCCT, NHA, and NAHP. Candidates may be considered if they can obtain certification within 120 days, in accordance with state guidelines. Candidates may sit for the NHA exam with 12 months of patient-care experience.