Medical Assistant - Dermatology / Mohs Surgery - Shiley Pavilion (La Jolla)

Scripps Health•La Jolla, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a benefited, full time position generally working Monday-Friday from 8\:30am-5pm. Hours will vary as needed (start times generally ranging from 7\:30-8\:30am). Located in La Jolla at the Shiley Pavilion in the Torrey Pines neighborhood. Why join Scripps Health? At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated: Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years. Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025. Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications. Becker's Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care. We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career. Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology. Why Mohs Surgery at the Shiley Pavilion? Highly engaged in hands-on tasks and patient care, directly assisting the physician with surgery and various surgical procedures. Responsible for and involved with skills such as suture removal and wound care. Join a dynamic and talented team of top-tier professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the greater San Diego community. Enjoy an exceptional work/life balance that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally in one of California's most beautiful regions. What you'll do\: Back office duties and front office duties as needed/assigned Perform patient intakes Scribing for the dermatologist Assisting with diagnostic testing, phototherapy UVB/UVA, laser, and surgical procedures Completing clerical duties including scheduling patient visits, taking supply inventory and managing medication authorization approvals Float to other sites within the dermatology & mohs specialties depending upon department needs Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment, and organizes and performs patient care services that support the physician’s practice. Assisting in preparing patients for examination/procedures Assisting physicians with procedures Relaying instructions from the physician to the patient or authorized person Collecting patient data in person and by phone and documenting patient concerns, messages and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician's review Administering medications specifically directed by the physician Performing vital sign documentation Scheduling of appointments and procedures Complete and accurate message taking Routing messages to the appropriate area for direction Order and referral entry Acquisition of pre-certifications Setting up of cases in EPIC Basic registration and updating of demographics Administering medications specifically directed by the physician and performing vital sign documentation Scheduling of appointments and procedures Complete and accurate message taking Routing messages to the appropriate area for direction Order and referral entry Acquisition of pre-certifications and setting up of cases in EPIC Basic registration and updating of demographics

Requirements

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)

Nice To Haves

1 year MA experience in an outpatient setting
Experience with the following\: Epic experience, surgical experience, wound care and/or suture removal, outpatient clinic experience.

Responsibilities

Back office duties and front office duties as needed/assigned
Perform patient intakes
Scribing for the dermatologist
Assisting with diagnostic testing, phototherapy UVB/UVA, laser, and surgical procedures
Completing clerical duties including scheduling patient visits, taking supply inventory and managing medication authorization approvals
Float to other sites within the dermatology & mohs specialties depending upon department needs
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment, and organizes and performs patient care services that support the physician’s practice.
Assisting in preparing patients for examination/procedures
Assisting physicians with procedures
Relaying instructions from the physician to the patient or authorized person
Collecting patient data in person and by phone and documenting patient concerns, messages and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician's review
Administering medications specifically directed by the physician
Performing vital sign documentation
Scheduling of appointments and procedures
Complete and accurate message taking
Routing messages to the appropriate area for direction
Order and referral entry
Acquisition of pre-certifications
Setting up of cases in EPIC
Basic registration and updating of demographics