Pediatric Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Immunizations

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric primary care teams. You will prepare patients for exams, assist providers, take vital signs and manage basic lab work. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and completion of an approved MA program; one year of pediatric medical office experience preferred.

Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., four days per week. Pay range: $18.54–$30.89 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of an approved Medical Assistant training program.
• Experience with medical office procedures and pediatric settings preferred.
• Basic math and clinical terminology knowledge required.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) recommended.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Verify patient identity (name, age, date of birth).
• Review EHR for immunizations and labs.
• Record vital signs in the EHR.
• Instruct patients on basic testing and procedures.
• Administer vaccines, medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Collect and process lab specimens.
• Observe and report patient condition and drug reactions to the provider.
• Assist with patient allergies, medications and history management.
• Prepare and maintain medical supplies and equipment.
• Process lab referrals within the electronic health care module.
• Follow up by phone for lab results and instructions.
• Manage vaccine inventory and storage procedures.
• Complete school and medication forms.

Skills

Basic math

Exam procedures

Medical terminology

EMR experience

Education

High school diploma / GED

MA training program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric primary care teams. You will prepare patients for exams, assist providers, take vital signs and manage basic lab work. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and completion of an approved MA program; one year of pediatric medical office experience preferred.

Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., four days per week. Pay range: $18.54–$30.89 per hour.