Medical Assistant – Pediatrics

Vail Health Behavioral Health

Avon (CO)

Hybrid

USD 32,000 - 43,000

Full time

30 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Housing & relocation

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Education reimbursement

PTO 5 weeks

Retirement match

Pet insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Vail Health Behavioral Health in Avon, CO seeks a Pediatric Medical Assistant to join the Pediatrics team. The role supports infants to teens with clinical tasks and family-centered care in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities include vitals, exams assistance, injections, screenings, and coordinating smooth patient flow within HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

2+ years clinical or administrative healthcare experience (pediatric preferred).
Venipuncture and injections experience.
Certification/licensure as MA/CNA/EMT/LPN/RN.
BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

Take vitals and document patient history in a kid-friendly, family-centered way.
Assist providers with pediatric exams, vaccinations, and minor procedures.
Perform venipunctures and injections as delegated.
Support developmental screenings and routine well-child checks.
Maintain clear communication with parents and caregivers.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Pediatric experience

Venipuncture

Injections

Basic clinical procedures

Tech-savvy with EHR

Education

Medical Assistant certification/licensure

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

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Medical Assistant – Pediatrics

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Schedule

Schedule Full-time year-round Shift Days

Details

Company Colorado Mountain Medical Location Avon, CO Category Technicians/Patient Care Support Clinical Yes Close Date October 31, 2026

Pay

Hourly $23.20 – $31.00 USD

Imagine starting your day surrounded by the Colorado Rockies—alpine views, crisp mountain air, and endless outdoor adventures just steps away. Now imagine working in a pediatric clinic where each day brings joy, curiosity, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on children and their families.

Welcome to Vail Health, the most advanced mountain healthcare system on the planet. Our 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital is nestled in Vail, Colorado, anchoring a community that blends world-class medicine with small-town mountain charm.

We’re looking for a Pediatric Medical Assistant to join our friendly, high-energy Pediatrics team in Avon, Colorado—a town where hiking, biking, skiing, and family-centered living are part of the everyday rhythm.

What You’ll Do

As a Pediatric Medical Assistant, you’ll be an essential part of a collaborative care team dedicated to supporting infants, children, teens, and their families. You’ll create a warm, welcoming environment while helping ensure each child receives compassionate, high-quality care.

Your impact includes:

Taking vitals and documenting patient history in a kid-friendly, family-centered way
Assisting providers with pediatric exams, vaccinations, and minor procedures
Performing venipunctures, injections, and other delegated clinical tasks
Supporting developmental screenings and routine well-child checks
Maintaining clear communication with parents and caregivers
Coordinating patient flow to keep visits smooth and low-stress
Keeping exam rooms stocked, clean, and ready for curious little visitors
Upholding HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and Vail Health values

What You Bring

2+ years of clinical or administrative healthcare experience preferred—pediatric experience a plus
Skills in venipuncture, injections, and basic clinical procedures
Certification/licensure as a Medical Assistant, CNA, EMT, LPN, RN, or related role
BLS certification required
Comfortable working in a fast-paced pediatric setting
Tech-savvy with EHR systems and general computer skills
A warm, patient, family-centered approach to care

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