Pediatric Urgent Care Medical Assistant

PM Pediatrics; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Pediatrics in Mount Prospect, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians and front-office operations in a pediatric urgent care setting. The role involves assisting with patient intake, vital signs, lab work, and basic procedures under physician supervision.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and prior medical assistant experience. Strong communication skills and comfort with pediatric patients are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced pediatric setting.
• Experience or education as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Willingness to learn medical software and maintain patient privacy.

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 (venipuncture experience preferred).
• 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.
• Maintain patient confidence and protect information.
• Assist with service recovery when needed.
• Assist nurse/provider in other procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Friendly demeanor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Medical software

Laboratory procedures (venipuncture)

EKG placement

Job description

PM Pediatrics in Mount Prospect, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians and front-office operations in a pediatric urgent care setting. The role involves assisting with patient intake, vital signs, lab work, and basic procedures under physician supervision.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and prior medical assistant experience. Strong communication skills and comfort with pediatric patients are essential.