Job Description
Job Description
Medical Assistant, Pediatrics
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30-4pm OR 9am – 5pm WITH
- One late day from 11:00am – 7:00pm per week and one Saturday per month (half day)
- Pay: $23/hr – $25/hr plus benefits
Summary/Objective
You are a caring, hard-working individual who thrives in a team environment and is committed to excellent patient care. You are comfortable working in a medical setting, interacting with patients and families, and supporting both clinical and administrative responsibilities.
The Dimock Center is a federally qualified community health center dedicated to healing and uplifting individuals, families, and communities. Our vision is to redefine the model of a healthy community by ensuring equitable access to comprehensive health care and education. We promote a culture of respect, excellence, equal opportunity, and commitment to our employees and the communities we serve.
Our Health Center provides a full range of primary and specialty care for adults and children, including Eye Care, Dental, Pediatrics, and OB/GYN services.
This role is a clinical and administrative position as a Medical Assistant in our Pediatrics department. It is an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in outpatient pediatric care while working closely with providers, nurses, and administrative staff in a collaborative team environment.
Essential Functions
- Room patients and prepare exam rooms for pediatric visits.
- Record vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen levels.
- Perform EKGs.
- Conduct point-of-care testing such as urine dipstick, urine pregnancy tests, rapid strep tests, and other basic diagnostics.
- Administer immunizations during provider appointments.
- Stock exam rooms and assist with inventory management.
- Manage patient paperwork including vaccination forms, consent forms, letters of clearance, and care documentation.
- Triaging incoming faxes and assisting with documentation management.
- Assist with medication refill requests and telephone encounters within the electronic medical record.
- Support providers and clinical staff in delivering efficient, high-quality pediatric care.
Competencies
- Team-oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Commitment to providing compassionate care to children and families.
- Bilingual candidates (Spanish or Haitian Creole) are strongly preferred.
Knowledge/Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to represent the organization professionally with patients and community partners.
- Intermediate computer proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, and electronic medical record systems.
Work Environment
- This position operates primarily in a clinical outpatient pediatric setting.
Physical Demands
- Duties may require standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods throughout the workday.
Required Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program. CNA certification may be accepted in lieu of MA certification.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Education/Experience
- Minimum of one year of experience working as a Medical Assistant.
Licenses & Certifications
- First Aid / Basic Life Support (BLS)
Other Duties
This job description is not intended to cover a comprehensive listing of duties or responsibilities and may change at any time.
EEO Statement
The Dimock Center values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.