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Medical Assistant

Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania

$22 - $33 / hour

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Entry-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$22-$33/hour
Benefits
Career Development

Job Description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

The Medical Assistant supports the medical and nursing staff in providing care and comfort to infant, toddler, preschool, school-age, adolescent, and young adult patients during outpatient clinic appointments by performing routine clinical and clerical tasks.  In addition, the Medical Assistant is responsible for phlebotomy and assisting with the application and removal of casts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assists in rooming patients, taking vital signs, measurements, preparation of exam rooms, stocking supplies, assisting the physician, interacting with other departments and documentation in the electronic medical record

  • Works with and under the direction of the RN

  • Assists providers, nursing and other health care professionals with procedures and the intake and depart processes. Accurately documents information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

  • Assists in cast room as needed

  • Responsible for prepping clinic to be prepared for that day's clinic to include monitoring supplies and equipment and ordering supplies

  • Utilizes good clinical judgement to identify problems and interventions with patients and families and referral to RN as needed

Required Qualifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) within three months

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

  • High School Diploma / GED

  • Two years' experience as a Medical Assistant

  • Two years' pediatric care experience

  • American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

The pay range for this position is $21.97 - $32.95. Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

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FAQs About Medical Assistant Jobs at Shriners Hospitals for Children

What is the work location for this position at Shriners Hospitals for Children?
This job at Shriners Hospitals for Children is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Shriners Hospitals for Children?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $21.97–$32.95 per hour for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Shriners Hospitals for Children?
Shriners Hospitals for Children lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Shriners Hospitals for Children?
Shriners Hospitals for Children is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Shriners Hospitals for Children for this role?
Shriners Hospitals for Children offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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