Medical Assistant - Pediatric Care (Sign-On Bonus)

Pediatric Associates; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,000

Job summary

Pediatric Associates is seeking a Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist to support clinical and administrative functions for pediatric patients. You will welcome patients, prepare exam rooms, take vitals, document histories in the EMR, and assist clinicians during visits while ensuring vaccine handling and safety standards.

The role includes multi-site support with some travel and a $1,000 sign-on bonus for external hires, plus HIPAA and safety compliance responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• MA Diploma/Certification required OR minimum 3 years MA experience.
• Active BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and room patients; prepare exam rooms ensuring cleanliness and supplies.
• Obtain and document vital signs (height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
• Collect and document patient history, medications, allergies, and chief complaint in the EMR.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist clinicians during routine procedures.
• Perform basic screenings (vision, hearing, developmental).
• Administer vaccines and medications using established protocols.
• Collect routine lab specimens and process appropriately.
• Perform point-of-care testing and operate equipment (e.g., EKG, spirometry).
• Provide basic first aid and wound care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and organize documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

EMR systems

Medical terminology

HIPAA compliance

Education

MA Diploma/Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vaccination procedures

Job description

Pediatric Associates is seeking a Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist to support clinical and administrative functions for pediatric patients. You will welcome patients, prepare exam rooms, take vitals, document histories in the EMR, and assist clinicians during visits while ensuring vaccine handling and safety standards.

The role includes multi-site support with some travel and a $1,000 sign-on bonus for external hires, plus HIPAA and safety compliance responsibilities.