Are you a dedicated Medical Assistant looking to grow your skills in a world-class pediatric specialty clinic? Join our Pediatric General Surgery team and support children and families navigating some of the most complex neurological conditions. This role offers weekday hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized surgeons and multidisciplinary specialists. if you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love working with pediatric patients, we want to hear from you. Apply Today! About the Job Competitive pay

• $30.00
• 32.00 per hour (DOE) Part Time Schedule
• Ability to flex to full time hours as needed

Shift Times:

8:30am

• 5pm (Mon/Thurs), 12p
• 5p (Wed)

Start Date:

ASAP Duration:

2 to 3 months

Department:

Pediatric General Surgery Location:

Palo Alto, California Benefits Great working location Health insurance Refer-a-friend bonus Weekly payroll 24-hour accessibility Personalized service Requirements High School Diploma or GED equivalent Medical Assistant Diploma from an approved school /institution or equivalent documented training. Current BLS (Basic Life Support) through American Heart Association. Minimum 1 year Medical Assistant with strong experience with PEDS/Neuro Strong customer service skills with a friendly and approachable demeanor Thrives in a fast-paced environment Enjoys working with pediatric patients EPIC experience Outgoing personality with comfortability providing direct customer/patient facing interactions Preferred Previous Stanford Health Care or Stanford Children's experience (highly preferred) Certified Medical Assistant Neuro experience (highly preferred) Bilingual in Spanish (highly preferred) Responsibilities Rooming patients in both

ENT/AERO

settings, ensuring comfort and preparing them for examinations and treatments. Room pediatric neurosurgery patients, obtain vitals, growth metrics, and relevant medical history. Prepare patients and assist providers during neurological exams, post-operative follow-up visits, and clinic-based procedures. Support neurosurgeons by preparing exam rooms, ensuring sterility of equipment as needed, and maintaining readiness for complex patient needs. Perform basic neuro checks (per scope) such as monitoring gait, balance, coordination, cranial nerve observations, and documenting findings for the provider. Administer vaccines or medications as permitted under MA scope. Assist with suture/staple removal, wound care preparation, and post-operative education under provider direction. Coordinate imaging appointments (MRI, CT) and ensure necessary pre-authorization documentation is complete. Schedule follow-up visits, surgical consults, and multidisciplinary appointments. Support families in preparing for surgery, follow-up care, and recovery instructions. Collaborate with nurses, neurosurgeons, schedulers, and imaging teams to maintain smooth clinic flow. Check patients in and out; verify demographics & insurance information. Handle high-volume phone calls from parents, addressing concerns, routing messages, and providing accurate information. Process referrals and ensure appropriate records (imaging, operative notes, neuro reports) are available before appointments. Enter patient data, update charts, and complete documentation in EPIC accurately and efficiently. Provide compassionate, age-appropriate support to children with neurological conditions, helping ease anxiety during visits. Communicate clearly with families regarding appointment instructions, follow-up needs, and clinic processes. Serve as a positive, reliable point of contact for parents navigating complex care pathways. About Us Power Personnel has been working with healthcare professionals like you since 1994. We are the experts in healthcare staffing in Northern California. That's why so many hospitals, clinics and healthcare facilities rely on us for filling critical positions. If you want competitive pay, excellent working conditions and a team that supports you, we can help! Refer a friend and get $250 bonus for every referral!

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