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Scripps Health Medical Assistant - La Jolla Perinatology in San Diego, California
This is a benefited, full time position generally working Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4pm. Located at Scripps Clinic La Jolla but required to float to Encinitas and Mercy San Diego.
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 La Jolla Perinatology?
- Work alongside leading perinatologists and specialists in maternal-fetal medicine
- Contribute to advancing prenatal care and improving outcomes for mothers and babies
- Foster long term connections with patients, providing ongoing care that is fulfilling and impactful
Your job duties: * Assist perinatologists and other healthcare staff in the assessment, treatment, and management of high-risk pregnancy cases. * Prepare patients and assist perinatologists with examinations, procedures, and ultrasound appointments with thorough attention to patient comfort and confidentiality. * Obtain and record accurate patient medical histories, vital signs, and other pertinent information necessary for patient evaluation and treatment. * Ensure timely and efficient patient flow by coordinating appointments, referrals, and follow-up care. * Maintain and update electronic medical records (EMR) with detailed and accurate documentation. * Assist in maintaining inventory and stocking of medical supplies and equipment necessary for clinic operations. * Adhere to clinic policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and patient safety guidelines. * Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and clinic operations. * Relay instructions from the physician to the patient or authorized person. * Document patient concerns, messages and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician's review. * Route messages to the appropriate area for direction. * Order and referral entry, acquisition of pre-certifications. * Setup 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:
- 3 years of OBGYN experience
- Perinatology experience
- Lead MA experience
Job: *Clinical Support
Organization: *Scripps Clinic
Title: Medical Assistant - La Jolla Perinatology
Location: Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS CLINIC - LA JOLLA
Requisition ID: 242004479