Pediatric Medical Assistant - Fast-Paced Care & Impact

PM Pediatrics; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Pediatrics is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric urgent care by providing clinical and administrative services under physician supervision. You will greet patients, take vitals, prepare for X-rays, collect specimens, and assist with labs while upholding safety and confidentiality.

The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians and nurses, maintaining clean exam rooms, and delivering compassionate care to children and families in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience and/or education as a Medical Assistant.
• Knowledge of EKG placement and processing in children.
• Ability to obtain laboratory tests via nasal swab and venipuncture.
• Professional and friendly demeanor; strong communications and organizational skills.
• Prior pediatric experience preferred.
• 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.

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 (throat/urine cultures; venipuncture preferred).
• Irrigate and assist with wounds.
• Assist in quality control testing in the lab.
• Be a critical part of the patient care team within scope of practice.
• Keep exam rooms and front reception stocked with supplies.
• Maintain order and cleanliness of waiting room area.
• Practice standard safety practices and precautions.
• Assist patients in distress and notify medical team as needed.
• Follow policies and report changes to management.
• Protect patient confidentiality of care information.
• Take ownership to add value and handle challenging requests.
• Assist patients with complaints and service recovery when needed.
• Assist with splints and other procedures as needed.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Strong communications

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Friendly demeanor

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant experience/education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Medical software

Job description

PM Pediatrics is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric urgent care by providing clinical and administrative services under physician supervision. You will greet patients, take vitals, prepare for X-rays, collect specimens, and assist with labs while upholding safety and confidentiality.

The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians and nurses, maintaining clean exam rooms, and delivering compassionate care to children and families in a fast-paced environment.