Medical Assistant - International Travel - Adult and Pediatric Care
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Summary
This role supports a Family Care clinic serving both adult and pediatric patients. The Medical Assistant will provide clinical and administrative support before, during, and after patient visits, ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate care.
Role & Responsibilities
Pre-Clinic Preparation
Open and prepare exam rooms (safety checks, paper on beds).
Print face sheets and patient stickers (recommend 1–2 pages for vaccine documentation).
Assemble paper charts and patient folders with travel materials.
Review travel questionnaire or Epic note prior to check-in.
Participate in pre-clinic huddle with provider.
During Clinic Appointments
Escort patients to exam rooms and obtain vital signs.
Complete intake: allergies, pain, medications, history review.
Document standard intake flowsheets and confirm trip details.
Communicate check-in summary to provider.
Confirm vaccine orders with provider before administration (Stop-Hold process).
Prepare vaccines and coordinate with pharmacy for delivery to A Pod.
Gather VIS sheets for patient education.
Locate emergency supplies (Benadryl, epi-pen) for adverse reactions.
Administer vaccines and provide wrap-up education (informal monitoring during AVS discussion).
Manage time-sensitive vaccines to prevent expiration; coordinate with designated staff for timing.
Post-Clinic Tasks
Update After Visit Summary (AVS) with traveler’s dates, locations, medications, recommended products, and vaccines administered.
Access VIS and vaccine administration resources from CDC (cdc.gov/VIS) and Immunize.org.
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Follow vaccine administration guidelines:
Tdap/DTaP cannot share site with pneumococcal vaccine.
Live virus vaccines: same day or 28 days apart.
Yellow fever vaccine: administer last; subcutaneous route.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of a program in Medical Assisting AND No directly related experience OR Completion of a formal medical services training program of the US armed forces OR 1 year of work experience in a related job discipline
Primary Location
Location S
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Amb Svcs Int'l Adoption Ctr
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40Market Leading Benefits Including*:
Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
About Us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
