Medical Assistant I Lexington Pediatrics
Advocate Health
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About this job
We are hiring dedicated staff to join our fast-paced pediatric clinic. Ideal candidates are dependable, compassionate, and committed to providing excellent care and service to children and their families. Apply today to become part of a collaborative team focused on creating a positive patient experience
Major Responsibilities:
- Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information (i.e., chief complaint, allergies, and/or medications). Monitors and completes Clinical Integration/ Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician for opportunities within their scope.
- Performs laboratory procedures (i.e., strep test, wound culture, specimen collection, etc.) using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines.
- Assists the Physician/ Advanced Practice Professional (APP) with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc. …