Pediatric Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin

Pediatrica Health Group Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pediatrica Health Group Inc. in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both clinical and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting physicians, preparing exam rooms, collecting patient history and vital signs, administering injections, EKGs, and PFTs, and coordinating patient flow. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a medical assistant credential, or relevant coursework; 3+ years of experience in family practice, internal medicine, or urgent care

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or medical assisting diploma.
• Experience in family practice, internal medicine, or urgent care is preferred (3+ years).

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care and collect patient history.
• Check vital signs, prepare exam rooms, and perform screenings per guidelines.
• Administer injections, perform EKGs and PFTs, and relay instructions to patients/families.
• Handle clerical tasks: records, scheduling, check-in/out, and charting updates.
• Respond to emergencies and support supervisor with patient-related issues.

Skills

Knowledge of health care field

EMR systems

Written and verbal communications

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Compassion and patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical assistant diploma

College course in medical assisting

Tools

EClinicalWorks (ECW)

EMR systems

Job description

Pediatrica Health Group Inc. in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both clinical and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting physicians, preparing exam rooms, collecting patient history and vital signs, administering injections, EKGs, and PFTs, and coordinating patient flow. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a medical assistant credential, or relevant coursework; 3+ years of experience in family practice, internal medicine, or urgent care