Medical Assistant - Family Practice - Del Mar

Scripps Health•Del Mar, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a benefited, full-time Medical Assistant position at Scripps Clinic Del Mar in the Family Medicine Department. The role includes both front office Patient Service Representative duties and back office Medical Assistant duties. The schedule is generally 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; hours may change based on business needs. No weekends or evenings are required. The position supports physicians and patient care by rooming patients, collecting patient information, assisting with procedures, coordinating appointments and referrals, and documenting care in the electronic medical record. The Del Mar Family Practice team is described as warm, collaborative, and highly functioning, with a strong focus on teamwork and exceptional patient care.

Requirements

Completion of a formal Medical Assistant Program, or a minimum of two years of experience as a Military Corpsman or Medical Assistant.
BLS certification for the Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Nice To Haves

One year of previous Medical Assistant experience in the given department.
Primary care experience.
Family Practice experience.
Medical Assistant front office and back office experience.
New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Room patients, check vital signs, and assist with procedures.
Prepare the clinic and assist with provider-specific protocols.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment.
Organize and perform patient care services that support the physician’s practice.
Relay instructions from the physician to the patient or an authorized person.
Collect patient data in person and by phone.
Document patient concerns, messages, and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician’s review.
Administer medications specifically directed by the physician.
Schedule appointments and procedures.
Take complete and accurate messages and route them to the appropriate area for direction.
Enter orders and referrals and obtain pre-certifications.
Set up cases in EPIC, perform basic registration, and update demographics.