Description
The Pediatric Medical Assistant supports pediatric providers in outpatient care by preparing and updating patient charts, measuring vital signs, reviewing medications and lab results, performing EKGs and blood glucose tests, administering vaccinations and medications, assisting with GYN and small outpatient procedures, processing prescriptions, providing patient education, and documenting progress in the EHR. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, current nursing assistant or medical assistant certification, one year of general medical experience, pediatric-setting ability, electronic medical records and Microsoft Outlook training, and required immunizations and background clearance.
