Mid Level Pediatric Medical Assistant Jobs
Mid level pediatric medical assistant jobs go to clinicians ready to take ownership of patient workflows, mentor new team members, and handle complex clinical tasks with minimal supervision. Openings are predominantly on-site across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Banner Health, Sutter Health, and OU Health hiring at this level now.
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Department Name:
Coding Ambulatory
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Revenue Cycle
Innovation and highly trained staff. Banner Health recently earned Great Place To Work® Certification™. This recognition reflects our investment in workplace excellence and the happiness, satisfaction, wellbeing and fulfilment of our team members. Find out how we’re constantly improving to make Banner Health the best place to work and receive care.
We are looking for a motivated, experienced Physician Complex Coder with 3 years of Surgical Pediatric coding with multi-specialty experience to join our talented team. In this role, you will cover our Pediatric providers within Banner and will be coding for Complex charts including surgical procedures. Our Profee coders need to be experienced and independent E/M and surgical coders. Production expectations depend on what is being coded; straight E/M, procedure, or a minimum of 9 encounters/hr.
Requirements
- 3 years recent experience in Pediatric Surgical and Profee EM coding (clearly reflected in your attached resume);
- Specialty experience preferred;
- Must be currently certified through AAPC or Ahima, as defined in minimum qualifications below. Please upload a copy or provide certification number in your questionnaire. Please note, this is a COMPLEX role, requiring more than a CPC-A level certification.
Don't quite meet the above requirements? Check out some of our other Coder positions!
The hours are flexible after training, with the ability to work your 8-hour shift between 5am-7pm (Monday-Friday). This is a fully remote position and available if you live in the following states only: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI & WY.
Banner Health does provide equipment for you to stay in contact with your team. Although this is a remote position we do work as a team, supporting and educating as we learn together.
Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.
Position Summary
This position evaluates medical records, provides clinical and surgical abstraction for full range of complex and/or multispecialty surgical, procedural and E&M professional services in accordance with nationally recognized coding guidelines. Utilize coding knowledge and expertise to support department projects, validation edits and/or revisions.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Analyzes medical information from medical records. Accurately codes diagnostic and procedural information in accordance with national coding guidelines and appropriate reimbursement requirements. Consults with medical providers to clarify missing or inadequate record information and to determine appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes. Provides thorough, timely and accurate coding in accordance to department specific productivity and quality standards. Codes ICD CM and CPT4 for accurate APC assignment. Addresses National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits as appropriate. Reconciliation of charges as required.
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Abstracts clinical diagnoses, procedure codes and documents other pertinent information obtained from the medical record into the electronic medical records. Seeks out missing information and creates complete records, including items such as disease and procedure codes, discharge disposition, date of surgery, attending physician, consulting physicians, surgeons and anesthesiologists, and appropriate signatures/authorizations. Refers inconsistent patient treatment information/documentation to coding quality analysts, supervisor or individual department for clarification/additional information for accurate code assignment.
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Provides quality assurance for medical records. For all assigned records and/or areas assures compliance with coding rules and regulations according to regulatory agencies for state Medicaid plans, Center for Medicare Services (CMS), Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA), as well as company and applicable professional standards.
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As assigned, compiles daily and monthly reports; tabulates data from medical records for research or analysis purposes.
-
Able to identify validation edits and revision issues to ensure compliant coding.
-
Recognizes and distinguishes complex diagnoses and procedures and has attention to detail to make needed corrections and ensure accurate coding, reimbursement, and compliance.
-
Works independently under regular supervision. Uses specialized knowledge for accurate assignment of ICD/CPT codes according to national guidelines. May seek guidance for correct interpretation of coding guidelines and LCDs (Local Coverage Determinations).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge and specialized formal training equivalent to the two year certification course in medical record keeping principles and practices, anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical terminology, standard nomenclature, and classification of diagnoses and operations, or an Associate’s degree in a related health care field.
Requires at least one of the following: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), in an active status with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Certification may also include a general area of specialty.
Requires three or more years of complex professional coding experience within specialty.
Must demonstrate a level of knowledge and understanding of ICD and CPT coding principles as recommended by the American Health Information Management Association coding competencies, and as normally demonstrated by certification by the American Academy of Professional Coders.
Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a remote setting, utilizing common office programs, coding software and abstracting systems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Specialty Certification. Radiology Certified Coder (RCC) if employed in the Imaging space.
Experience in a large, multi-system physician practice preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
Estimated Pay Range:
$26.05 - $39.07 / hour
Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
Department Name:
Coding Ambulatory
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Revenue Cycle
Innovation and highly trained staff. Banner Health recently earned Great Place To Work® Certification™. This recognition reflects our investment in workplace excellence and the happiness, satisfaction, wellbeing and fulfilment of our team members. Find out how we’re constantly improving to make Banner Health the best place to work and receive care.
We are looking for a motivated, experienced Physician Complex Coder with 3 years of Surgical Pediatric coding with multi-specialty experience to join our talented team. In this role, you will cover our Pediatric providers within Banner and will be coding for Complex charts including surgical procedures. Our Profee coders need to be experienced and independent E/M and surgical coders. Production expectations depend on what is being coded; straight E/M, procedure, or a minimum of 9 encounters/hr.
Requirements
- 3 years recent experience in Pediatric Surgical and Profee EM coding (clearly reflected in your attached resume);
- Specialty experience preferred;
- Must be currently certified through AAPC or Ahima, as defined in minimum qualifications below. Please upload a copy or provide certification number in your questionnaire. Please note, this is a COMPLEX role, requiring more than a CPC-A level certification.
Don't quite meet the above requirements? Check out some of our other Coder positions!
The hours are flexible after training, with the ability to work your 8-hour shift between 5am-7pm (Monday-Friday). This is a fully remote position and available if you live in the following states only: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI & WY.
Banner Health does provide equipment for you to stay in contact with your team. Although this is a remote position we do work as a team, supporting and educating as we learn together.
Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.
Position Summary
This position evaluates medical records, provides clinical and surgical abstraction for full range of complex and/or multispecialty surgical, procedural and E&M professional services in accordance with nationally recognized coding guidelines. Utilize coding knowledge and expertise to support department projects, validation edits and/or revisions.
CORE FUNCTIONS
-
Analyzes medical information from medical records. Accurately codes diagnostic and procedural information in accordance with national coding guidelines and appropriate reimbursement requirements. Consults with medical providers to clarify missing or inadequate record information and to determine appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes. Provides thorough, timely and accurate coding in accordance to department specific productivity and quality standards. Codes ICD CM and CPT4 for accurate APC assignment. Addresses National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits as appropriate. Reconciliation of charges as required.
-
Abstracts clinical diagnoses, procedure codes and documents other pertinent information obtained from the medical record into the electronic medical records. Seeks out missing information and creates complete records, including items such as disease and procedure codes, discharge disposition, date of surgery, attending physician, consulting physicians, surgeons and anesthesiologists, and appropriate signatures/authorizations. Refers inconsistent patient treatment information/documentation to coding quality analysts, supervisor or individual department for clarification/additional information for accurate code assignment.
-
Provides quality assurance for medical records. For all assigned records and/or areas assures compliance with coding rules and regulations according to regulatory agencies for state Medicaid plans, Center for Medicare Services (CMS), Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA), as well as company and applicable professional standards.
-
As assigned, compiles daily and monthly reports; tabulates data from medical records for research or analysis purposes.
-
Able to identify validation edits and revision issues to ensure compliant coding.
-
Recognizes and distinguishes complex diagnoses and procedures and has attention to detail to make needed corrections and ensure accurate coding, reimbursement, and compliance.
-
Works independently under regular supervision. Uses specialized knowledge for accurate assignment of ICD/CPT codes according to national guidelines. May seek guidance for correct interpretation of coding guidelines and LCDs (Local Coverage Determinations).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge and specialized formal training equivalent to the two year certification course in medical record keeping principles and practices, anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical terminology, standard nomenclature, and classification of diagnoses and operations, or an Associate’s degree in a related health care field.
Requires at least one of the following: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), in an active status with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Certification may also include a general area of specialty.
Requires three or more years of complex professional coding experience within specialty.
Must demonstrate a level of knowledge and understanding of ICD and CPT coding principles as recommended by the American Health Information Management Association coding competencies, and as normally demonstrated by certification by the American Academy of Professional Coders.
Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a remote setting, utilizing common office programs, coding software and abstracting systems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Specialty Certification. Radiology Certified Coder (RCC) if employed in the Imaging space.
Experience in a large, multi-system physician practice preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
Estimated Pay Range:
$26.05 - $39.07 / hour
Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Mid Level Pediatric Medical Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level pediatric medical assistant job?
Position yourself by highlighting hands-on experience with pediatric patient populations, proficiency in clinical procedures like vaccine administration and growth assessments, and any role where you independently managed workflow. Tailor your application to show ownership, not just task completion. Certifications such as a Certified Medical Assistant credential strengthen your candidacy, and demonstrating familiarity with pediatric-specific EHR systems sets you apart from generalist applicants.
Which companies hire mid level pediatric medical assistants?
Companies hiring mid level pediatric medical assistants right now include Banner Health, Sutter Health, and OU Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level is concentrated among pediatric specialty practices, children's hospital systems, and multi-site ambulatory care groups that need experienced assistants who can operate with limited oversight.
Are there remote mid level pediatric medical assistant jobs?
Yes, though most pediatric medical assistant work is hands-on and clinic-based. About 60% of mid level pediatric medical assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically involve care coordination, patient follow-up calls, prior authorization support, or telehealth assistance rather than direct clinical care.
How do I move up to a mid level pediatric medical assistant role?
Moving from entry level to mid level means building consistent, measurable performance across core pediatric clinical tasks and gradually taking on more independent responsibility. Earning a recognized certification, cross-training in specialties like developmental pediatrics or allergy, and volunteering to train new staff all signal readiness. Employers look for assistants who have resolved real workflow problems, not just completed assigned duties reliably.
Which industries hire the most mid level pediatric medical assistants?
Mid Level pediatric medical assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume pediatric patient panels and need experienced assistants who can maintain clinical quality without close supervision.