Pediatric Medical Assistant (MA)

Description

Summary

At Functional Medicine of Idaho (FMI), we are committed to helping people thrive by providing personalized, integrative healthcare that addresses the root causes of health concerns. Our mission is to empower individuals at every stage of life, guiding them toward optimal well-being. We focus on delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care rooted in the latest research and compassionate service. At FMI, we value collaboration, innovation, and empathy, and are dedicated to offering the best functional and integrative medicine in the communities we serve. Join our team and be part of transforming healthcare while making a meaningful impact.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Discounts

Role and Responsibilities

As a Medical Assistant at Functional Medicine of Idaho, you will play a key role in providing high-quality patient care and supporting the clinical team. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Patient Care: Responsible for patient interactions, including taking vitals, collecting test samples, and maintaining accurate patient health records and history.
• Work closely with pediatric providers to support exams, procedures, and treatments
• Accurately obtain and document pediatric vital signs, including:
  • Temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure
  • Growth measurements: Weight, height/length, and head circumference for infants
• Administer medications to pediatric patients  including injections, as directed
• Chart Preparation: Ensure patient charts are prepared accurately, assisting with opening and closing responsibilities as directed.
• Clinical Team Collaboration: Actively participate in daily morning clinical team huddles to ensure seamless communication and planning.
• Room Preparation: Clean and prepare examination rooms before patient appointments, ensuring a sterile and organized environment.
• Communication: Maintain daily communication with the patient care team and clinical staff to ensure smooth and efficient operations throughout the day.
• Patient Inquiries: Respond to patient inquiries in the patient portal (MBHQ), assist with faxing scripts and referrals on a case-by-case basis.
• Inventory Management: Assist the nurse and office manager in maintaining medical inventory, and place orders for new supplies and materials as needed.
• Flexibility: Be flexible to complete tasks and additional responsibilities as requested by your next-level supervisor.

Qualification and/or Work Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (Required)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Pediatric setting (Required)

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with functional and integrative medicine approaches
• Understanding of nutrition and lifestyle interventions for pediatric care
• Strong knowledge of child growth & development
• Excellent interpersonal and  communication skills with both children and parents as well as team members
• Ability to triage caregiver concerns and provide clinical guidance
• Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times (HIPAA compliant).
• Software familiarity (MBHQ, Lab partners, Epic, Rupa, Vibrant Wellness, Galleri, Paylocity, Imaging)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Functional Medicine of Idaho is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, handicap or veteran status.