Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

Imagine starting your day surrounded by the Colorado Rockies—alpine views, crisp mountain air, and endless outdoor adventures just steps away. Now imagine working in a pediatric clinic where each day brings joy, curiosity, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on children and their families.

Welcome to Vail Health, the most advanced mountain healthcare system on the planet. Our 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital is nestled in Vail, Colorado, anchoring a community that blends world-class medicine with small-town mountain charm.

We’re looking for a Pediatric Medical Assistant to join our friendly, high-energy Pediatrics team in Avon, Colorado—a town where hiking, biking, skiing, and family-centered living are part of the everyday rhythm.

What You’ll Do

As a Pediatric Medical Assistant, you’ll be an essential part of a collaborative care team dedicated to supporting infants, children, teens, and their families. You’ll create a warm, welcoming environment while helping ensure each child receives compassionate, high-quality care.

Your impact includes:

• Taking vitals and documenting patient history in a kid-friendly, family-centered way

• Assisting providers with pediatric exams, vaccinations, and minor procedures

• Performing venipunctures, injections, and other delegated clinical tasks

• Supporting developmental screenings and routine well-child checks

• Maintaining clear communication with parents and caregivers

• Coordinating patient flow to keep visits smooth and low-stress

• Keeping exam rooms stocked, clean, and ready for curious little visitors

• Upholding HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and Vail Health values

What You Bring

• 2+ years of clinical or administrative healthcare experience preferred—pediatric experience a plus

• Skills in venipuncture, injections, and basic clinical procedures

• Certification/licensure as a Medical Assistant, CNA, EMT, LPN, RN, or related role

• BLS certification required

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced pediatric setting

• Tech-savvy with EHR systems and general computer skills

• A warm, patient, family-centered approach to care

Compensation Snapshot

CNA or EMT
$22.00 – $28.39

Certified MA
$23.20 – $31.00

LPN, RN, Paramedic
$25.47 – $35.98

Epic Benefits

• Housing & Relocation Assistance

• 4 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

• Childcare Reimbursement

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Tuition Assistance & Loan Repayment

• Annual Education Fund & Certification Reimbursement

• Up to 5 Weeks PTO in Year One

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Immediate Match

• Pet Insurance

• $1,000 Annual Wellness Reimbursement

• Recreation & Wellness Discounts