Medical Assistant - Pediatric
JWCH Institute
- Norwalk, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Collects and records patient data including height, weight, BMI, temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure, pulse oximeter, and peak flow measurement. according to established policies and procedures
- Performs lab tests, including finger sticks, after appropriate training and verification of competency,
- Administers immunizations and all medications per provider's order after a licensed health care professional verifies the correct medication and dosage,
- Performs venipuncture and PPD skin placement. Documents measurement of PPD skin test and reports information directly to the provider or to the Registered Nurse
- Performs simple lab tests, including finger sticks,
- Applies/removes bandages and dressings,
- Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control per policy and procedures,
- Provides basic health information and education to patients using established policies and procedures,
- Ensuring all child vaccines are up to date in patient chart and CAIR national website before going in with provider.
- Ensure Snellen eye exams and audio exams are completed for children 3yrs during Well Child Exams.
- Performs routine clerical functions as assigned
- Assists medical personnel with procedures and/or diagnostic exams
- Documents pertinent patient information, procedures performed and patient responses, following established policy and procedures
- Documents in the medical record, all patient care immediately after performing any task in the medical record,
- Maintains confidentiality at all times.
- Responsibility and accountability for adherence to organizational and department standards and policy.
- Performs other duties and tasks as may be required or assigned
- Verification of appropriate hours in approved Medical Assistant course to perform venipuncture
- Pediatrics experience ( 1 to 2 years or more) is preferred.
- Previous experience as part of a care team
- High School Diploma or GED
- Current CPR certificate
- Two years’ experience in an ambulatory clinic preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.