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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

*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:*

* 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.

**Job:** **Clinical Support*

**Organization:** **Scripps Clinic*

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

**Location:** *Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS CLINIC INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE*

**Requisition ID:** *252006605*