Medical Assistant
Company: Pediatrix Medical Group
Location: Frederick
Posted on: February 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview Responsibilities The Medical Assistant will support
physicians and clinical staff in providing specialized patient care
by performing both clinical and administrative duties specific to
the practice's area of focus. The ideal candidate will have strong
technical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment
to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. The Medical
Assistant's primary responsibilities may vary based on state
regulations. - Greet and escort patient to exam room, prepare
patient for visits by obtaining medical history, current
medications, allergies, and chief complaints and document all
information in patient medical record. - Assist with patient flow
to ensure timely visits. - Support delivery of high-quality patient
experience through excellent customer service and communication
with patients, families and other care providers while ensuring a
safe patient care environment. - Provide assistance to physician
and/or advanced practice provider in preparing and conducting
medical exams and office procedures under direct guidance and
supervision of physician and advance practice provider. . - Perform
applicable medical procedures collect, and prepare laboratory
specimens, administer injections/immunizations, and perform
venipuncture, as allowed by state regulations. - Communicate
information and instructions to patients as directed by physician,
advanced practice provider, or nursing staff and ensure patient's
understanding of the information. - Assist with scheduling of
tests, treatments, and follow-up appointments, and communicate test
results to patients. - Ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked with
adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, and prepare
sterilization as required. - Respond to calls and requests for
referrals and appointments, triage and process messages, and
requests from patients, clinic staff, referring physicians and
pharmacies. Maintains patient files, records, and other
information. - Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education:
- Diploma from an accredited program for Medical Assistants
required. - Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred or as
required by State - CPR/BLS certification preferred Experience
Industry: Healthcare Experience: - 1 years in an office-based
setting preferred. Skills/Abilities: - Must have the ability to
follow universal precautions, OSHA standards and HIPAA regulations
- Strong verbal and written skills - Superior customer service
skills - High level of professionalism - Ability to maintain
patient confidentiality. Benefits and Compensation Take great care
of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix &
Obstetrix, that's not only our motto at work each day; it's also
how we view our employees and their families. We know that our
greatest asset is YOU. We take pride in offering comprehensive
benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle,
supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered
include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life,
Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as
a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are
provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between
employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary
plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll
deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways
Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves
and their families. Compensation: Pay for position ranges from
$16.53 to $28.37 per hour and is based on relevant experience. This
job posting will remain open, and we will continue to accept
applications until an offer has been extended and accepted. About
Us Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers
of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children.
Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice
to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated
clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate
and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children
across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and
office-based practices. The group's high-quality, evidence-based
care is bolstered by significant investments in research,
education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. Please Note:
Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common.
All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the
Pediatrix Careers site: www.pediatrix.com/careers. PedMA Pediatrix
is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or veteran status.
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