Medical Assistant - Per-Diem (Bridgewater, NJ)

PM Pediatrics; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

PM Pediatrics is hiring a Medical Assistant for our pediatric urgent care setting. The role supports providers and office operations, greets patients, takes history and vital signs, prepares patients for X-rays, and performs routine labs under physician supervision.

Strong multitasking, pediatric experience and computer skills are preferred. Responsibilities include maintaining clean exam rooms, ensuring supplies, handling patient records confidentially, and delivering exceptional customer

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous Medical Assistant experience or training.
• Knowledge of pediatric EKG placement and processing.
• Ability to obtain laboratory tests via nasal swab and venipuncture.
• Professional and friendly demeanor.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients and office operations.
• Greet and register patients as they arrive.
• Obtain medical history, patient vital signs and intake.
• Prepare patients for X‑rays.
• Perform and document routine labs (nasal swabs, venipuncture).
• Irrigate and assist with wounds.
• Assist in lab quality control testing.
• Maintain exam rooms and waiting area cleanliness.
• Protect patient confidentiality and follow safety practices.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and support care team.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Pediatric experience

EKG for children

Nasal swab & venipuncture

Microsoft Office

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant education/training

Job description

It is a role where PA advertising is engaged in the planning, organization and execution of the training for a pediatric urgent care job.

Summary

Medical Assistant is responsible for all departmental functions aligned with the mission, vision and goals of PM Pediatrics. This role offers the opportunity to work as a pediatric medical assistant, applying skills in a pediatric urgent care setting and assisting with primary patient care within scope of practice under physician’s direct supervision.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients and office operations
• Greet and register patients as they arrive
• Obtain medical history, patient vital signs and intake
• Prepare patients for X‑rays
• Perform and document routine labs, such as throat and urine cultures (venipuncture experience preferred)
• Irrigate and assist with wounds
• Assist in performing quality control testing in the lab
• Assist with patient care within scope of practice and be an integral part of the patient care team
• Keep exam rooms and front reception stocked with adequate supplies and maintain order and cleanliness of the waiting area
• Practice standard safety practices and precautions
• Help patients in distress by responding to emergencies and notifying medical team (nurse, urgent care tech, physician)
• Maintain operations by following policies and procedures; report needed changes to management
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential
• Enhance health care practice reputation by accepting ownership for new requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
• Assist patients with complaints and take an active role in service recovery when needed
• Perform other duties as needed, including applying splints and assisting the nurse and/or provider in other medical procedures
• Provide exceptional customer service

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior experience and/or education as a Medical Assistant
• Knowledge or EKG placement and processing in children
• Ability to obtain laboratory tests via nasal swab and venipuncture
• Demonstrate a professional and friendly demeanor
• Strong communications and organizational skills
• Prior pediatric experience
• Capable of multi‑tasking in a fast‑paced environment
• Comfortable with computers and Microsoft Office Suite
• Willing to learn medical software
• Experience with medical records preferred

Compensation

$18 - $26/hour. Salary range is provided to comply with local regulations and reflects a potential base salary for the role. Actual salaries may vary within this range based on experience and location.

EEO Statement

PM Pediatric Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.