Pediatric Medical Assistant (Float) - Urgent Care

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

Job summary

PM Pediatrics in Elkridge, MD, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric urgent care. You will assist providers, take histories, vital signs, and prepare patients for X-rays and labs, under physician supervision.

The role requires a friendly, professional demeanor, strong multitasking, and experience with pediatric care and lab procedures in a fast-paced setting. Commitment to confidentiality and patient-centered care is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior Medical Assistant experience and/or education.
• EKG placement and processing in children.
• Ability to obtain laboratory tests via nasal swab, and venipuncture.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; comfortable with medical software.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations.
• Greet and register patients; obtain medical history and vital signs.
• Prepare patients for X-rays and perform routine lab tests.
• Assist with wounds and irrigation; venipuncture when needed.
• Maintain exam rooms and waiting area; ensure supplies are stocked.
• Protect patient confidentiality and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Assist in procedures and patient care under physician supervision.

Skills

Medical Assistant

EKG placement

Pediatric experience

Lab specimen collection

Patient care

Electronic health records

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Medical software

Laboratory equipment

Job description

PM Pediatrics in Elkridge, MD, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric urgent care. You will assist providers, take histories, vital signs, and prepare patients for X-rays and labs, under physician supervision.

The role requires a friendly, professional demeanor, strong multitasking, and experience with pediatric care and lab procedures in a fast-paced setting. Commitment to confidentiality and patient-centered care is essential.