Certified Medical Assistant Pediatrics

LifePoint Health; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Lawton seeks a compassionate Medical Assistant to support patient care in a clinical environment. The role involves assisting with patient transport, documenting care, and performing essential administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong critical thinking and customer service skills, along with relevant certifications. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Requires 6 months of Medical Assistant experience in a physician office setting.
• Must hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and transport.
• Document patient care and maintain medical supplies.
• Perform administrative duties like scheduling and data entry.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

General Office Equipment

Job description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

• Assist with moderately complex patient care throughout one or more physician practices; responsible for the safe transport of patients, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services.
• Collect data and transpose information into patient chart.
• Render limited direct patient care; instruct patients and family members on the care requirements as directed by the attending physician or advanced practice clinician.

Essential Functions

• Perform basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
• Document patient care given.
• Maintain equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain examination areas.
• Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.

License/Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant.

Experience

• Six (6) months of Medical Assistant or similar experience in a physician office setting preferred.

Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Strong knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of general office equipment (e.g., copy machine, fax, 10-key calculator).
• General knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude with patients and guests.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to operate simple to moderately complex software platforms.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with persons of varying personality types.
• Organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to plan and prioritize work.
• Ability to be detail-oriented and accurately document details and actions.
• Ability to maneuver, lift, push, and/or carry patients and/or equipment with limited aide.
• Ability to work effectively in a clinical setting with medical staff.
• Ability to manage change effectively.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain a compassionate attitude with others.