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This is a benefited, full time position generally working Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4pm. Hours may vary as needed. Located at Scripps Clinic La Jolla but required to float to Encinitas and Mercy San Diego 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 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.

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*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

**Job:** **Clinical Support*

**Organization:** **Scripps Clinic*

**Title:** *Medical Assistant - Perinatology - La Jolla*

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

**Requisition ID:** *252002627*