Pediatric Senior Medical Assistant — Sign-On Bonus

Children's National Medical Center; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Children's National Pediatricians & Associates in Chevy Chase, MD is hiring a Sr Medical Assistant to support pediatric care teams. The role involves preparing patients for exams, administering vaccines and medications, and coordinating referrals within an electronic medical records system.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of an approved Medical Assistant program, and at least 3 years of pediatric medical office experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Training Program.
• 3 years medical office experience, preferably pediatrics.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant (Preferred).
• Experience with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment; clean exam/treatment rooms; instruct patients in testing and procedures.
• Review electronic health record for immunizations, labs and consult; administer vaccines, medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor vital signs and track changes; respond to emergencies with MD/RN as needed.
• Assist providers with patient allergies, medications and history; organize supplies and equipment.
• Process lab referrals within the electronic health records; respond to patient requests for lab results and prescriptions.

Skills

Basic math

Exam procedures

Medical equipment

Computer skills

Insurance verification

Communication skills

Staff training

EMR experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Training Program

Job description

Children's National Pediatricians & Associates in Chevy Chase, MD is hiring a Sr Medical Assistant to support pediatric care teams. The role involves preparing patients for exams, administering vaccines and medications, and coordinating referrals within an electronic medical records system.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of an approved Medical Assistant program, and at least 3 years of pediatric medical office experience.