Pediatric Urgent Care MA—Vital Support & Patient Care

PM Pediatrics; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Pediatric Care in Newark, Delaware is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric urgent care providers and deliver patient-focused care under physician supervision. The role involves taking medical history, vital signs, preparing patients for X-rays, routine labs, and contributing to a safe, friendly clinical environment.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with prior pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience and/or education as a Medical Assistant.
• Knowledge of EKG placement and processing in children.
• Ability to obtain laboratory tests via nasal swab and venipuncture.
• Professional and friendly demeanor.
• Strong communications and organizational skills.
• Prior pediatric experience.
• Capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with computers and Microsoft Office.
• Willing to learn medical software.
• Experience with medical records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations.
• Greet and register patients as they arrive.
• Obtain medical history, patient vital signs, and intake.
• Prepare patients for X-rays.
• Perform and document routine labs, such as throat and urine cultures.
• Irrigate and assist with wounds.
• Assist in performing quality control testing in the lab.
• Be an integral part of the patient care team and assist with patient care within the scope of practice.
• Keep exam rooms and front reception stocked with adequate supplies.
• Maintain order and cleanliness of the waiting room area.
• Practice standard safety practices and precautions.
• Help patients in distress by responding to emergencies and notifying medical team.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential.
• Enhances health care practice reputation by accepting ownership for new requests.
• Assist patients with complaints and service recovery when needed.
• Perform other duties including applying splints and assisting nurse/provider.

Skills

Medical assisting

Pediatric care

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification/education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Medical software systems

Job description

PM Pediatric Care in Newark, Delaware is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric urgent care providers and deliver patient-focused care under physician supervision. The role involves taking medical history, vital signs, preparing patients for X-rays, routine labs, and contributing to a safe, friendly clinical environment.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with prior pediatric experience preferred.