Medical Assistant, Sports Medicine

Family Health Centers of San Diego•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is hiring a Medical Assistant for its Sports Medicine services. The role supports providers and patients in a community health clinic, helping prepare patients for examinations and procedures, maintaining clinic operations and records, and ensuring a clean, organized, and safe environment. The position serves patients of all ages and may involve travel between clinic sites and other locations.

Requirements

Medical Assistant diploma from an approved course.
High school diploma or GED equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and ability and meets applicable state or federal certification requirements.
Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advanced Resuscitation Training certification.
Valid California driver's license, an automobile, proof of minimum California-required car insurance, and an acceptable driving record; California law requires obtaining a valid California license within ten days of establishing residency.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal interactions with clients and coworkers as part of a multidisciplinary community health team serving a diverse, multicultural population.
Ability to multitask, remain flexible, ensure accuracy, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, high-workload environment.
Basic computer literacy, including electronic medical record documentation, obtaining patient background information and reports, and following up on appointments.
Basic organizational skills, attention to detail, time-management skills, and motivation to meet deadlines and goals.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in an ambulatory care or similar setting is highly preferred.
Multilingual ability is preferred; languages of interest include English, Spanish, Arabic, and Somali, depending on current priorities and locations.

Responsibilities

Attend in-services or complete make-up assignments.
Help keep sites compliant with TJC, DHS, CHDP, and Medi-Cal Managed Care requirements.
Perform waived testing and phlebotomy.
Follow FHCSD policies and procedures to support positive patient outcomes.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinic environment.
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures and assist providers as needed; support provider productivity when applicable.
Help manage clinic flow, schedule follow-up appointments, communicate referral information, and provide discharge instructions.
Respond to voicemails, route messages, and return calls promptly.
Record patient information in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Administer medications, including injections, when assigned.
Clean, process, and sterilize medical instruments when assigned.
Collect and handle laboratory specimens appropriately.
Use 5S and continuous quality improvement methods in the workplace.
Perform other duties as assigned.