Medical Assistant, Pediatrics Clinic

Jobtailor; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States seeks a skilled Medical Assistant to support clinicians, prepare patients for visits, and coordinate care within a busy ambulatory setting. The role involves scheduling tests, maintaining records, and assisting the healthcare team to ensure efficient patient flow.

Candidates should have a Medical Assistant program credential (or equivalent experience) and BLS certification, with strong typing skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High School graduate required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or at least one year as Medical Assistant/CCMA/NCRMA certification.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS/BCLS) from AHA within 14 days.
• Basic typing and word processing.
• Must be able to perform professional, clinical and/or technical competencies.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register patients, schedule appointments, process insurance forms, prepare financial records, answer phones and enter ambulatory care charges.
• Prepare patients for visits and perform limited procedures.
• Schedule diagnostic tests and consultations.
• Maintain patient records and organize clinic and examination rooms.
• Assist physicians, nurses, medical staff, interdisciplinary team members and support staff.
• Coordinate and implement patient-care plans with the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Preparation

Vital Signs

Medical Records Management

Insurance Form Processing

Customer Service

Education

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

• Ensure efficient flow of patients through the healthcare setting with culturally sensitive care and exceptional customer service
• Prepare patients for visits and perform limited procedures
• Schedule diagnostic tests and consultations
• Maintain patient records and organize clinic and examination rooms
• Maintain supply and equipment inventory
• Assist physicians, nurses, medical staff, interdisciplinary team members and support staff
• Schedule tests, obtain films and reports, and prepare laboratory specimens
• Assist with special procedures and examinations
• Coordinate and implement patient-care plans with the healthcare team
• Record elements of patient history for clinical staff review
• Submit, call and fax prescriptions and refills to outpatient pharmacies
• Record completed-procedure data in forms and medical records
• Maintain medical records and process related forms
• Maintain examination-room cleanliness, supplies, logs and equipment checks
• Greet and register patients, schedule appointments, process insurance forms, prepare financial records, answer phones and enter ambulatory care charges
• Perform simple procedures, vital signs, height, weight and screening procedures, documenting results in medical records

Requirements

• High School Graduate
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or at least one year as a Medical Assistant or CCMA or NCRMA certification
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 days
• Basic typing and word processing
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in patient care coordination, medical record management, and clinical support within a healthcare setting. Capable of performing clinical procedures, maintaining patient flow, and providing exceptional customer service.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Medical Assistant Certification
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)
• Patient Care Coordination
• Medical Record Management
• Customer Service Skills

Hard Skills

• Patient Preparation
• Vital Signs Measurement
• Procedure Documentation
• Diagnostic Test Scheduling
• Laboratory Specimen Preparation
• Insurance Form Processing
• Typing and Word Processing
• Clinical Procedure Assistance
• Patient History Recording
• Inventory Management

Soft Skills

• Culturally Sensitive Care
• Interpersonal Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Organizational Skills
• Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS)

Industry Keywords

• Healthcare Setting
• Patient Flow
• Clinical Staff Support
• Ambulatory Care
• Patient Care Plans