2025-2026 Winter Seasonal Employment (Patient Care Assistant)

Job Description

Job Description

Capital Area Pediatrics is a trusted provider of comprehensive pediatric care, serving families across Northern Virginia for generations. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, accessible healthcare in a professional and compassionate environment. During school breaks, we offer paid seasonal positions for students and recent graduates looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience in a healthcare setting. These roles provide exposure to pediatric healthcare and medical practice operations, making them ideal for individuals pursuing careers in healthcare or healthcare administration.

Returning Applicants : Given the length of the winter seasonal cycle, this application is open only to those who have previously worked at Capital Area Pediatrics.Those who indicate they have not previously worked for Capital Area Pedatrics will be automatically rejected. Please be aware we will be accepting a limited number of Patient Care Assistants this winter season. A maximum of two per shift, at each location, will be selected.

Seasonal Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

This position will provide administrative and / or basic clinical support at our clinical locations. Examples of responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Process patients during check-in and check-out. If necessary, collect insurance and registration information, as well as appointment scheduling.
• Greet and escort patients to the exam room, gather patient history, measure vitals, and document all information in the patient’s medical chart.
• Ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, and prepare sterilization as required.
• Maintains patient files, records, and other information in a confidential manner.
• Communicates effectively and courteously with and demonstrates a caring attitude toward patients and family.
• Supporting business operations through administrative projects and tasks.

Application & Selection Process

Deadline to Apply : November 3rd

How to Apply : Candidates must apply through this job posting by the deadline. Applications will not be accepted via email or in-person delivery.

Why Join Our Team

This is not a volunteer, internship, or shadowing experience—this is a paid job requiring a real commitment to scheduled shifts and responsibilities.

Time Commitment

Hours are not guaranteed and are based on business need. Seasonal employees are not guaranteed hours over regular staff.

General Requirements

Capital Area Pediatrics ("the Company") is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of the Company and the Company will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.