Pediatric Medical Assistant

Trusted Doctors; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Einstein Pediatrics in Northern Virginia is seeking an experienced, certified Medical Assistant to join our pediatric team. You will provide clinical support to our pediatricians, assist during examinations, administer vaccines, and help maintain a compassionate, family-centered patient experience.

The ideal candidate has CMA certification, CPR, phlebotomy experience, and at least 1 year in a pediatric setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required (associate degree preferred).
• 1 year experience, preferably in a pediatric medical group practice.
• Certified medical assistant (CMA) credential.
• CPR certification required.
• Phlebotomy experience required.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and prepares them for examinations, obtaining vital signs appropriate for age and visit type.
• Administers immunizations, injections, capillary labs, respiratory treatments, EKGs, spirometry, and other treatments as directed.
• Assists providers during in-office procedures, wound care, suture removal, and related tasks.
• Documents medical history, immunization records, and other clinical data in EMR per protocol.
• Observes and reports patient conditions or adverse reactions to medications or treatments.

Skills

Clinical care

Vital signs

Medical equipment

EMR proficiency

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

CPR certified

Phlebotomy experience

Tools

None

Job description

Description

Einstein Pediatrics is a vibrant, community-based pediatric practice known for delivering exceptional care to children and families across Northern Virginia. We’re looking for an experienced, certified Medical Assistant who is passionate about pediatrics and ready to play a key role on our clinical team.

As part of our collaborative and family-focused environment, you’ll support our award-winning pediatricians (recognized among Washingtonian and Northern Virginia’s Top Doctors) in providing high-quality, compassionate care to children from birth through adolescence. If you’re a reliable, organized, and personable CMA with strong clinical skills and a warm bedside manner, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

KEY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing high-quality clinical support as needed to support efficient daily practice operations. This role requires flexibility, strong teamwork, and the ability to provide excellent patient care and customer service in a clinical setting.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greets patients and prepares them for the provider’s examination by screening patient/parent for appropriate information and obtaining vital signs appropriate for age, gender, and visit type.
• Performs general clinical care for patients, including administration of immunizations, antibiotic injections, capillary labs, respiratory treatments, EKGs, spirometry testing, and other prescribed treatments under the direction of providers.
• Prepares equipment and assists providers during various in-office procedures including wound care, suture removal, chemical cauterization, impacted earwax removal, ear piercing, and other clinical procedures.
• Documents and updates patient medical histories, immunization records, and other clinical documentation in compliance with practice protocols and EMR templates.
• Observes, records, and promptly reports patient conditions or adverse reactions to medications or treatments to the provider.
• Provides patient and parent education, resources, and general clinical guidance by telephone or during in-office visits.
• Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials, ensures cleanliness of clinical spaces, and assists with inventory management and maintenance of medical equipment.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding patient medical and financial information in compliance with HIPAA and practice policies.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION AND CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma/GED required (associate degree preferred)
• 1 year experience, preferably in a pediatric medical group practice
• Certified medical assistant
• CPR certified required
• Phlebotomy experience required

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Competency in operating medical equipment and instruments to provide patient care.
• Knowledge required to maintain a safe work environment.
• Apply and adapt nursing principles, methods, and techniques to deliver effective patient care.
• Maintain quality control standards, respond calmly in emergencies, interpret and follow protocols, communicate clearly, and collaborate effectively while ensuring patient confidentiality.

Hours:

• M: 9am -5pm
• T: 8am-4pm
• W: 9am-5pm
• Th: 9:30am - 5:30pm
• F: 9a - 5pm
• (1) Saturday per month – 8am to 12pm

This job description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. This job description is not to be construed as a contract for employment.