Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

Job Description

Peace Health is seeking a Medical Assistant – Pediatrics for a part‑time, 0.60 FTE, day position. Salary range: $25.62–$34.58. Hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including education, training, work experience, collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

In collaboration with the healthcare team, assists physicians/providers in the delivery of patient care within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant.

• Prepares patients for examination and treatment or anesthesia interview as applicable; takes and records patient history and vital signs as applicable.
• Prepares exam and/or treatment rooms; selects, sets up, and maintains medical supplies and equipment for all examinations, procedures, and/or anesthesia interview as applicable.
• Gives injections, applies splints and dressings, and facilitates simple wound management under provider orders.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• May transport specimens.
• May assist in scheduling patients for tests, initial and follow‑up appointments.
• May maintain patient files, records, and other information including entry of data into electronic medical record.
• May provide phone screening of the patient to appropriate clinical staff and/or physician.
• Collaborates with a variety of personnel and departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Accredited Program
  
  Required:
  
  Medical Assistant OR
• Accredited Program
  
  Required:
  
  Medical Office Assistant that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam (e.g., associate degree in Allied Health) OR
• Apprenticeship
  
  Required:
  
  Medical Assistant.
• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: experience in a medical office.

• Required:
  
  National Medical Assistant Certification. Acceptable certifications include:
  • Certified Medical Assistant, American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT)
  • Clinical Medical Assistant certification, National Health Career Associates (NHA)
  • National Certified Medical Assistant, National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
  • Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC), American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), American Allied Health (AAH)
  • Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant, National Association for Health Professionals (NAHPUSA)
• Required:
  
  Upon Hire Basic Life Support.

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply age‑specific principles of growth, development, and life stages to meet each patient’s needs. (Required)
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality. (Required)
• Ability to collaborate with other multidisciplinary team members. (Required)
• Proficiency in use of computer and office equipment; familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi‑line phone systems, and insurance billing preferred. (Required)
• Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks. (Required)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. (Required)
• Understanding of principles of asepsis if applicable. (Required)

• Must have current Medical Assistant National certification, Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or be a National Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) at date of hire.
• Education:
  
  NHA CCMA certification fulfills the education requirement.

Peace Health is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and expanded EAP and mental health program.

EEO‑Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.