Medical Assistant - La Jolla, United States - Scripps Health

Scripps Health

Verified Company

La Jolla, United States

4 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Scripps Health Administrative Services supports our five hospitals and 19 outpatient facilities, which treat half a million patients annually through 2,600 affiliated physicians.

We are currently recruiting for the following specialties:

Nephrology

Most positions are Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm, however, depending upon department needs, shift start times may vary. Depending upon specialty, which will be discussed at the time of the interview, some positions may require your flexibility to work a Saturday rotation from 8am-12pm.

Why Scripps?

Repeatedly recognized as one of the nation's Top 100 Places to Work by Fortune Magazine.
Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for large and midsize companies in 202
Nearly a quarter of our employees have been employed by Scripps for over 10 years.
Experience the pride, support, respect that comes with working for one of San Diego's top healthcare providers.
Be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates.

Why Torrey Pines Medical Specialties?

Skilled and dedicated teams ranging from Rheumatology to Neurology.
Opportunity to learn from and support providers who are committed to providing compassionate care and improving health outcomes for our patients.
Conveniently located off the I5 freeway, approximately 13 miles from downtown San Diego, overlooking the beautiful Torrey Pines golf course with stunning ocean views.

Your job duties:

Rooming patients, checking vitals, assisting with procedures
Clinic prep assisting with Provider specific protocols
Maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment
Organizes and performs patient care services that support the physician's practice
Relaying instructions from the physician to the patient or authorized person
Collecting patient data in person and by phone
Documenting patient concerns, messages and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician's review
Administering medications specifically directed by the physician
Scheduling of appointments and procedures
Complete and accurate message taking
Routing messages to the appropriate area for direction
Order and referral entry, acquisition of precertifications
Setting up of cases in EPIC plus basic registration and updating of demographics

Required Qualifications:

Completion of a formal Medical Assistant Program OR hold a Medical Assistant Certification OR have a minimum of two years of experience as a military corpsman
BLS certification for the Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Qualifications: