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PM Pediatric Care

Pediatric Urgent Care-Medical Assistant (Part-time-4pm to 12:30AM) Glen Burnie,

PM Pediatric Care, Columbia, Maryland, United States, 21046

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Pediatric Urgent Care - Medical Assistant (Part-time, 4pm to 12:30am) Glen Burnie, MD & Columbia, MD

Summary: The Medical Assistant is responsible for all departmental functions aligned with the mission, vision, and goals of PM Pediatrics. The Medical Assistant role is an opportunity for a pediatric medical assistant to apply their skills in a pediatric urgent care setting and assist with primary patient care based on individual patient needs within their scope of practice under the physician’s direct supervision. This position maintains effective working relationships with patients/families, physicians, employees, volunteers, and vendors. Job 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 (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 the medical team (nurse, urgent care tech, and physician) Maintain operations by following policies and procedures; report needed changes to management Maintain patient confidentiality and protect patient care information Enhance health care practice reputation by taking ownership for new and challenging requests; seek opportunities to add value Assist patients with complaints and participate in service recovery when needed Perform other duties as needed, including applying splints and assisting the nurse and/or provider in other medical procedures Provide exceptional customer service 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 communication and organizational skills Prior pediatric experience Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Comfortable with computers and Microsoft Office Suite Willing to learn medical software Experience with medical records preferred EEO Statement: PM Pediatric Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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