Pediatric Medical Assistant: Outpatient & Phlebotomy

Shriners Children's; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric outpatient care across clinic settings. You will perform routine clinical tasks, phlebotomy, and assist with casts while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

The role requires certified Medical Assistant credentials and BLS. Experience with Epic EMR and a collaborative care approach is preferred to ensure smooth patient flow and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
• Spanish proficiency and EMR familiarity are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and verify DOB and attire.
• Room patients and coordinate with radiology/POPs teams for timely care.
• Obtain vitals and collect history including chief complaint and meds.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes during visits.
• Ensure infection prevention protocols are followed.
• Conduct Telehealth intake and document vitals/history.
• Update check-out status and Epic rooming notes.
• Coordinate with front desk, radiology, and other teams via Epic DAR.
• Direct physicians and APPs to patient rooms based on DAR status.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain supplies daily.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Spanish proficiency

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

Epic EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shriners Children’s is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric outpatient care across clinic settings. You will perform routine clinical tasks, phlebotomy, and assist with casts while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

The role requires certified Medical Assistant credentials and BLS. Experience with Epic EMR and a collaborative care approach is preferred to ensure smooth patient flow and accurate documentation.