Certified Medical Assistant, CMA/RMA – Pediatrics

Carle Health

. Assist providers and clinical staff with obtaining vital information and preparing pediatric patients for examinations, treatment, and minor surgical procedures .

Posted 10/6/2026part-timePekin • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in clinical skills such as vital sign measurement, specimen collection, and medication administration while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Effectively manages patient care documentation and communication within electronic medical records and provides education to patients and families.

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Certified Medical Assistant ExperienceVital Signs MeasurementSpecimen CollectionMedication AdministrationBLS Certification

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Hard Skills

Vital SignsSpecimen CollectionMedication AdministrationCPT CodingICD-10 CodingPatient Care DocumentationClinical SkillsScreening QuestionsElectronic Medical RecordsPatient Education

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationPatient InteractionOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

RMA (ARMA)CCMA (NHA)RMA (AAH)CMA (NCCT)CMA (AAMA)RMA (AMT)NRCMA (NAHP)Basic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

CLIA ComplianceOSHA ComplianceHIPAA ComplianceSafety and Risk ManagementPediatric Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist providers and clinical staff with obtaining vital information and preparing pediatric patients for examinations, treatment, and minor surgical procedures
Obtain patient histories and review of systems; measure and document vital signs
Perform basic rooming functions and screening questions
Draw and collect blood and other patient samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis as required
Carry out provider clinical orders within scope of competency, including oral or injectable medications and vaccinations
Track follow-up appointments for office visits, laboratory tests, and procedures
Manage test results and follow-up as directed by providers
Schedule specialist and outpatient referrals and complete referral and laboratory requisition forms with CPT/ICD-10 coding
Document patient care in electronic medical records using standardized workflows
Answer patient and family questions and provide education
Attend clinic meetings, read organizational communications, and monitor intranet information
Perform other duties requested by the Patient Care Manager to support effective office operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

H.S. Diploma/GED
Certified medical assistant work experience
One of the listed medical assistant certifications: RMA (ARMA), CCMA (NHA), RMA (AAH), CMA (NCCT), CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), or NRCMA (NAHP)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days through the American Heart Association
Ability to perform clinical skills including vital signs, screening questions, specimen collection, medication and vaccination administration within scope, and documentation
Compliance with CLIA, OSHA, Safety and Risk Management, HIPAA, and organizational policies
Regular and consistent attendance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Equal Opportunity Employer
Opportunities for growth and life-long careers