Medical Assistant, ENT Specialty Care Clinic - Duluth (Part Time)

Medical AssistantChildren's is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We're committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children's.Job DescriptionSupports all disciplines within department to provide indirect and direct patient care activities. Proactively supports efforts that result in delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Can perform assigned tasks under the delegation of a physician, advanced practice registered nurse, or physician assistant.Experience1 year of experience in the role of medical assistant, patient care tech or equivalent or have completed Medical Assistant Externship at Children's Healthcare of AtlantaPreferred Qualifications1 year experience in pediatrics, including obtaining vitals, assisting clinical staff with patient care, phlebotomy, and specimen collection proceduresEducationHigh school diploma or equivalentCompletion of a medical assistant training program from an accredited school or emergency medical technician or hospital or physician office-based training as a patient care technician or equivalentCertification SummaryBasic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employmentKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesInitial competencies as defined by department must be completed within 3 months of employmentReflects professional image and possesses excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and teamwork skillsMust be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employmentJob ResponsibilitiesAssists in basic delivery of patient care as assigned/directed by licensed professional personnel utilizing and integrating age-appropriate standards, knowledge of growth and development, infection control and body substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics.Completes assigned tasks/orders from provider.Demonstrates competency during intake process, inclusive of accurate vital signs.May be asked to demonstrate competency in, but not limited to, phlebotomy skills, simple medication or vaccine administration, spirometry testing, and performing radiographs under the direction of a physician.Utilizes proficient organization and communication skills in prioritizing, delivering, and documenting patient care.Performs multiple, concurrent tasks in frequently stressful and fast-paced environment while maintaining strong internal and external customer service standards.Serves as liaison between patients/families and department staff by greeting patients/families, informing families of delays, relaying messages, and offering assistance/other services families may require.Performs administrative duties to promote efficient operations, including participating in office opening/closing procedures, answering phones, maintaining waiting room/patient diversion materials, restocking complimentary beverages, and updating wait-time boards.Understands and complies with infection control, safety, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration procedures and regulations.Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including N = Neonate (less than 30 days), I = Infant (30 days to 1 year), EC = Early Childhood (1-5 years), LC = Late Childhood (5-13 years), A = Adolescent (13-17 years), AD = Adult, and ALL = all ages.Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.Primary Location Address: 2270 Duluth HwyJob Family: Other Patient Care