Medical Assistant - Dermatology - AMP (La Jolla)

California StaffingSan Diego, CA, US

13 hours ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Medical Assistant - Dermatology - AMP (La Jolla)

This is a benefited, full-time position generally working Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. Shift hours may vary based on need. Located at the Anderson Medical Pavilion on the Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla campus, but may float to other sites as needed.

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 Scripps Dermatology? Excel in a forward-thinking environment dedicated to education and preventative care, where continuous learning and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. Be part of a team that values respect, empathy, and strong work ethics, fostering a collaborative atmosphere where every member's contributions are appreciated. Take advantage of unique cross-training opportunities across multiple sites within Scripps Dermatology Division, enhancing your skills and professional growth in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.

What you'll do :

Assisting with inpatient dermatology visits

Front and back office duties

Perform patient intakes

Scribing for the dermatologist

Assisting with diagnostic testing, phototherapy, and surgical procedures

Completing clerical duties including scheduling patient visits, taking supply inventory, and managing medication authorization approvals

Float to other sites within the specialty depending upon department needs

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment, and organize and perform 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

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 in the given department

Experience assisting with procedures

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