Medical Assistant PRN

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.

All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.

We have an opportunity for a PRN Medical Assistant in our Outpatient Department.  

The Medical Assistant (MA) has responsibilities related to patient care in the outpatient clinic environment. The MA displays responsible behaviors, communicates effectively to others and functions as a member of the healthcare team. The MA must demonstrate competency in all skills related to the performance of patient care, including but not limited to obtaining heights, weights and vital signs in addition to gathering pertinent patient history and medication information. The MA maintains an inventory of examination/procedure room supplies, assists in the organization of efficient patient flow, and organizes the clinic environment to assure patient safety.  Will be cross-trained in casting.

Assessment/Patient Care
• Assists physicians, nursing and other health care professional with procedures, the intake and depart processes. Accurately documents findings during the intake process in the EMR.

Communication
• Provides effective communication with patients and families that will enable safe and effective patient care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
• Communicates with family effectively regarding referrals to other sources.

Customer Service
• Transfers and assists patients to examining rooms and other departments as necessary. Informs patients of any delays in care. Escorts patients to other services when needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Certified Medical Assistant certification is required 

Completion of nationally accredited medical assistant program

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred:

2 years experience as a medical assistant

Interest in casting

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