Desert Bloom Pediatrics is seeking an experienced Pediatric Medical Assistant to join our growing practice. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children and families, pays close attention to detail, and can confidently support pediatric patient care.
Prior pediatric medical assisting experience, hands-on vaccine administration experience, and Nevada WebIZ experience are required. Experience with athenaOne is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Room patients, obtain vital signs and measurements, and accurately document medical histories and visit information.
- Prepare patients for well-child visits, sick visits, and other pediatric services.
- Review immunization records and identify vaccines due for provider review.
- Prepare and administer pediatric vaccines and injections as directed by the provider and practice protocols.
- Accurately document vaccines in the electronic medical record and Nevada WebIZ.
- Maintain vaccine inventory, monitor expiration dates, and follow vaccine storage, handling, and temperature-monitoring procedures.
- Assist providers with examinations, procedures, screenings, and specimen collection.
- Keep examination rooms stocked, clean, and ready for patient care.
- Assist with patient messages, follow-up, and care coordination as directed.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with children, parents, and caregivers.
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience working as a Medical Assistant in a pediatric practice.
- Demonstrated experience administering pediatric vaccines and injections.
- Working knowledge of pediatric immunization schedules and vaccine documentation.
- Experience using Nevada WebIZ to review and update immunization records.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to help children feel comfortable and communicate effectively with families.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and the ability to manage a busy clinical workflow.
- Bilingual English/Spanish required: Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in both languages with patients and parents during rooming, medical history collection, and routine visit support.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with athenaOne / athenahealth.
- Experience with the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program.
- Medical Assistant certification.