Pediatric Medical Assistant (CMA) – Clinic Support

Chop; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) seeks a Medical Assistant to support both clinical and administrative functions across care teams. You will obtain vital signs, prepare patients, assist physicians, manage records, and coordinate lab services in a fast‑paced pediatric setting.

Candidates should have a Technical Diploma in Medical Assistant Program (preferred) and may pursue CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA or equivalent certification within 3 months; prior hospital or clinic experience is preferred

Qualifications

• Mandatory CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA or equivalent certification within 3 months

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties: answer phones, greet patients, manage records, schedule appointments, arrange labs, and other duties as directed.
• Clinical duties: assist physicians and nurses, document medical histories, record vitals, prepare patients for procedures, collect specimens, perform basic POCT tests, and maintain safety and infection control standards.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Infection control

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Technical Diploma Medical Assistant Program Preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

POCT devices

Sterile technique equipment

Job description

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) seeks a Medical Assistant to support both clinical and administrative functions across care teams. You will obtain vital signs, prepare patients, assist physicians, manage records, and coordinate lab services in a fast‑paced pediatric setting.

Candidates should have a Technical Diploma in Medical Assistant Program (preferred) and may pursue CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA or equivalent certification within 3 months; prior hospital or clinic experience is preferred