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Swift Creek Pediatrics

Medical Assistant - Part Time (Pediatrics)

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What they do

A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.

$41,216 / year median in Virginia

+20% projected growth

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Job Description

Responsibilities:
Monitor and document patient's vital signs and medical information Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure quality patient care Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatments, and preventive measures Maintain accurate and complete medical records Follow hospital policies and procedures for patient safety and confidentiality
Requirements:
Valid Medical Assistant (MA) certificate Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus Minimum of 1 year of experience in pediatric nursing preferred Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Attention to detail and accuracy in medical documentation
Skills:
Proficiency in medical terminology Ability to accurately measure vital signs Knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to pediatric care Strong skills in medical documentation and record keeping Ability to provide compassionate patient care
Note:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Paid time off
Work Location:
In person