*This is a benefited, full time position generally working Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. Shift times may vary as needed. Located at Scripps Anderson Medical Pavilion in La Jolla. *

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Why join Scripps Health? AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE: * Made Becker's 150 Top Places to Work for 2024 * Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024 * #5 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Healthcare 2023 * #78 in PEOPLE Companies that Care 2023 * #95 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023 * Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years

Why AMP Chest Medicine?

• At Scripps Clinic Pulmonology, we pride ourselves on our commitment to exceptional patient care, supported by a tightly woven team of dedicated professionals.
• Our clinic is distinguished by the close collaboration between medical assistants, nurses, and providers, ensuring a cohesive environment that promotes both team growth and patient advocacy.

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*Who you are: *

• Compassionate and motivated
• You thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment, demonstrating a strong commitment to patient care and teamwork.

*What you'll do: *

• You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to our patients, working closely with experienced professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment

• Organizes and performs patient care services that support the physician’s practice including:

  o Assisting in preparing patients for examination/procedures o Assisting physicians with procedures o Relaying instructions from the physician to the patient or authorized person o Collecting patient data in person and by phone o Documenting patient concerns, messages and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician's review o Administering medications specifically directed by the physician o Performing vital sign documentation o Scheduling of appointments and procedures o Complete and accurate message taking o Routing messages to the appropriate area for direction o Order and referral entry o Acquisition of pre-certifications o Setting up of cases in EPIC plus basic registration and updating of demographics.

Required Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of previous MA experience

Job: *Clinical Support

Organization: *Scripps Clinic

Title: Medical Assistant - Chest Medicine - Anderson Medical Pavilion

Location: Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCF-ANDERSON MEDICAL PAVILION

Requisition ID: 252001640