Pediatric Medical Assistant - Patient-Focused Care (FT/PT)

Families First Pediatrics; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Families First Pediatrics in Utah is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team. You will work with a provider for sick and well visits, room patients, take medical histories, obtain vital signs, collect specimens, perform basic lab tests, and assist with in‑office procedures.

Candidates must be a Certified Medical Assistant or graduate from an accredited program, with strong communication skills, compassion for patients and families, and basic computer knowledge.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant or graduate from an accredited program.
• Previous MA work experience desired; pediatrics preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with providers, staff, and patients/parents.
• Capable of prioritizing multiple job demands and work in a fast-paced health care environment.
• Demonstrate compassion and understanding for the patient and families.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and take medical history.
• Obtain vital signs and document symptoms/complaints.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Perform basic laboratory tests.
• Update patient charts; ordering lab tests as needed.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by the provider.
• Assist with in-office procedures (suturing, casting, circumcisions, etc.).

Skills

Effective communication

Prioritization under pressure

Compassionate patient care

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

Families First Pediatrics in Utah is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team. You will work with a provider for sick and well visits, room patients, take medical histories, obtain vital signs, collect specimens, perform basic lab tests, and assist with in‑office procedures.

Candidates must be a Certified Medical Assistant or graduate from an accredited program, with strong communication skills, compassion for patients and families, and basic computer knowledge.