Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Outpatient Pediatrics Clinic
About the role
If you enjoy phlebotomy and providing exceptional patient care, this is a unique opportunity to put your skills to work in a high-volume clinical setting. This position is based in our Pediatrics department and supports patients across Pediatrics, Urology, OB/GYN, and General Surgery. Your primary responsibility will be performing laboratory specimen collections, ensuring patients have a positive experience while receiving safe, accurate, and efficient care. During slower periods in the lab, you'll assist providers and the care team with traditional Certified Medical Assistant duties, making this a well-rounded role with a variety of responsibilities throughout the day.
Responsibilities
- Performs laboratory specimen collections
- Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures
- Takes and records vital signs, symptoms, and other necessary measurements
- Documents pain scores as appropriate
- Prepares patient for exam and treatment
- Aids in patient care coordination and management
- Communicates test results to patients
- Administers medications in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation
- Maintains a clean, functional environment
- Orders supplies and stocks patient care areas
- Monitors inventory and performs basic maintenance of equipment
- Completes on-boarding/orientation activities
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- Knowledge as normally obtained through graduation from an Accredited Medical Assisting Program
- Completion of an approved medical assistant training program as defined by state regulations
- Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant Registration is required
- Current BLS certification
- Excellent organizational skills and effective human relations and communication skills
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills
Qualifications
- Recent healthcare experience preferred
- Preferred qualifications include:
- Preferred qualifications include recent healthcare experience
Skills
- Phlebotomy skills
- Exceptional patient care
- Collaborative, team-oriented environment
Benefits
- Retention Bonus: $10,000
- Additional Pay Shift Differential
- Annual Increases
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Vision, Dental benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
- Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)
Pay
Compensation $21.07 to $30.34 hourly wage based on experience and education
Schedule
Full-time, 40 hours per week, 5x8 hour day shifts, rotating Saturdays