Medical Assistant - Pediatrics Primary

About the role

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Pediatrics‑Ambulatory Operations team at Independence Family Health Center. The role supports primary, express, and specialty pediatric care for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents, emphasizing healthy growth, safety education, and preventive services.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with screenings and treatments by gathering health information, updating medication and allergy records, collecting specimens, performing tests, and documenting patient care.
• Monitor patient condition and communicate any changes to the care team.
• Maintain equipment, medical supplies, and examination areas to ensure a safe, functional environment.
• Perform administrative duties such as filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Required profile

• Graduate from an approved medical assisting program or have military training as a hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1).
• Completion of a clinical externship or extensive clinical experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; if not held, must obtain during the new‑hire period.