What is a pediatric associate and how to become one

Key steps to become a pediatric associate

1. Explore pediatric associate education requirements

   Most common pediatric associate degrees

   Bachelor's

   29.8 %

   Associate

   25.5 %

   Certificate

   14.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific pediatric associate skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Vital Signs	57.96%
   Patient Appointments	11.72%
   Patient Registration	7.90%
   EOB	6.25%
   CPT	5.94%

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3. Research pediatric associate duties and responsibilities

   • Provide front and back office support for surgeons by administratively managing and monitoring patients.
   • Obtain credentialing to handle, administer, and monitor patients undergoing chemotherapy.
   • Perform venipuncture procedures and administer intramuscular vaccinations
   • Perform venipuncture procedures and administer intramuscular vaccinations

4. Apply for pediatric associate jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a pediatric associate job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams