Pediatric Medical Assistant — Impact, Growth & Team Support

Children's Nebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Nebraska is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric patient care under RN/LPN supervision. You will perform treatments, administer medications and tests, collect vital signs, and assist with patient teaching in a busy pediatric clinic.

Responsibilities include coordinating diagnostics, documenting in the EMR, and ensuring accurate records. Valid MA program or NCMA with BLS is required; travel to CP or specialty clinics may be needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program or NCMA certification is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to other CP or Specialty Clinics as needed; Nebraska Medication Aide Registry requirement if applicable; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing health status and delivering patient care under RN or LPN supervision.
• Perform treatments, procedures, diagnostics and medication administration under a licensed practitioner.
• Collect data on vital signs and growth during patient interviews.
• Coordinate diagnostic testing and procedures with patients, physicians, hospitals and insurers as directed.
• Assist physician or nurse practitioner in patient teaching and clinic protocols.
• Document care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Respond appropriately in crisis or life-threatening emergencies.
• Assist with clerical duties as directed by the office manager.
• Maintain regular attendance as an essential job function.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Medical Assistant Certification (NCMA) or MA program completion

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Children’s Nebraska is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric patient care under RN/LPN supervision. You will perform treatments, administer medications and tests, collect vital signs, and assist with patient teaching in a busy pediatric clinic.

Responsibilities include coordinating diagnostics, documenting in the EMR, and ensuring accurate records. Valid MA program or NCMA with BLS is required; travel to CP or specialty clinics may be needed.