Outpatient Medical Assistant - Pediatric Care, On-Site

Shriners Children’s Hospital; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children's in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant, Outpatient to support physicians and nurses in an outpatient clinic setting. The role involves direct patient care, room preparation, specimen collection, and basic laboratory tests.

Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, administering medications under physician direction, scheduling, documenting in EHR, and educating patients on treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses with patient examinations, procedures, and treatments, including minor surgical procedures, wound care, and casting/splinting.
• Perform basic laboratory tests as directed, including specimen collection, processing, and documentation.
• Administer medications as directed by a physician, adhering to the five rights of medication administration.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, treatment plans, and home care instructions.
• Schedule appointments, manage patient flow, and assist with referral coordination.
• Maintain accurate and complete patient records, including electronic health records (EHR) documentation.
• Prepare examination rooms for patient visits, ensuring cleanliness, stocking of supplies, and proper functioning of equipment.
• Greet and escort patients to examination rooms, taking vital signs, obtaining and documenting patient medical history, and preparing patients for examinations and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Medical Assistant program

CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA certification

BLS certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Shriners Children's in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant, Outpatient to support physicians and nurses in an outpatient clinic setting. The role involves direct patient care, room preparation, specimen collection, and basic laboratory tests.

Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, administering medications under physician direction, scheduling, documenting in EHR, and educating patients on treatment plans.