We are seeking a Medical Assistant with pediatric experience preferred to join our growing clinic. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with children and experienced in administering vaccines according to the Georgia Vaccine Schedule. This role offers the opportunity to grow into a full-time schedule as patient volume increases.
Position Details
- Practice Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Schedule: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Start Schedule: 3–4 days per week
- Future Schedule: Opportunity to transition to 5 days per week as patient volume increases
- Pay Range: $17 – $21 per hour (based on experience)
- Benefits: Medical and Dental
Clinical Duties
- Document the chief complaint and complete the triage process within 5 minutes of patient check-in.
- Assist physicians with physical exams and minor procedures.
- Measure and record vital signs including heart rate, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations.
- Administer vaccines to children according to the Georgia Vaccine Schedule.
- Document patient visit requests and clinical information in the EMR system according to protocol.
- Administer medications or injections under the direction of the healthcare provider.
- Collect laboratory samples (blood, urine, etc.) as ordered by the provider.
- Provide patient education, including Vaccine for Children (VFC) information and VIS sheets.
- Prepare exam rooms and follow sanitation and infection control protocols.
- Schedule appointments and assist with patient check-in and check-out.
- Verify patient insurance information and assist with billing and coding as needed.
- Assist with inventory management and ordering medical supplies.
- Maintain a clean and sterile clinical environment.
- Educate patients on infection control and proper hygiene practices.
Administrative Duties
- Schedule patient appointments according to QCP protocol.
- Maintain excellent communication with patients and staff (bilingual skills preferred).
- Process patient referrals according to insurance requirements.
- Return patient calls within 24 hours unless urgent calls require same-day attention.
- Assist with appointment reminder calls.
- Perform additional administrative and clinical duties as assigned.