Pediatric Medical Assistant — Day Shift, Patient Care

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Mark (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care across departments. You will assist licensed staff, take vital signs, and perform basic procedures under supervision.

A high school diploma and completion of an accredited MA program are required, with BLS certification due within 30 days of starting employment. The role requires strong communication, organization, and teamwork in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a medical assistant training program from an accredited school or EMT or hospital/physician office-based training as a patient care technician or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in the role of medical assistant, patient care tech or equivalent or completion of Medical Assistant Externship at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in basic delivery of patient care under licensed professionals, applying age-appropriate standards and infection control.
• Completes providerOrders and accurately records vital signs.
• Demonstrates competency in phlebotomy, vaccines, spirometry, and radiographs under physician direction.
• Maintains organization, prioritizes tasks, and communicates effectively with patients and staff.
• Performs administrative duties to support operations, including opening/closing procedures and waiting room upkeep.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Windows skills

Education

High school diploma

Medical assistant training program

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care across departments. You will assist licensed staff, take vital signs, and perform basic procedures under supervision.

A high school diploma and completion of an accredited MA program are required, with BLS certification due within 30 days of starting employment. The role requires strong communication, organization, and teamwork in a fast-paced outpatient setting.