• Medical Assistant - Pediatrics - Encinitas

    Scripps Health (San Diego, CA)


    *This is a benefited, full time position generally working Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm with occasional Saturday rotations from 8am-1pm. Hours will vary as needed. Located at Scripps Coastal Encinitas off El Camino Real. *

    *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 Coastal Encinitas Pediatrics? *

    * Become part of a cohesive team that works seamlessly together, fostering collaboration and mutual support in a fast-paced clinic environment.

    * Work alongside providers who are eager to teach and share their knowledge, helping you grow and develop your skills.

    * Join a clinic with deep, long-standing roots in the community, known for its trusted relationships even before becoming part of Scripps.

    *Your job duties: *

    * Rooming patients

    * Checking vitals

    * Assisting with procedures

    * Clinic prep assisting with Provider specific protocols

    * Predominantly back-office responsibilities but is expected to help with front-office duties on an as-needed basis

    * Maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment

    * Organizes and performs patient care services that support the physician’s practice

    * Relaying instructions from the physician to the patient or authorized person

    * Collecting patient data in person and by phone

    * Documenting patient concerns, messages and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician's review

    * Administering medications specifically directed by the physician

    * 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 Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

    * Completion of a formal Medical Assistant Program, or Medical Assistance Certification, or a minimum of two years of experience as a military corpsman

    Required Certification/Registration:

    * BLS required in clinical setting for the Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association (AHA)

    Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

    * One year of experience as a MA in an outpatient setting.

    * Pediatrics experience.

    **Job:** **Clinical Support*

    **Organization:** **Scripps Coastal Medical Center*

    **Title:** *Medical Assistant - Pediatrics - Encinitas*

    **Location:** *Northern San Diego County-ENCINITAS-SCRIPPS COASTAL MEDICAL CENTER - ENCINITAS*

    **Requisition ID:** *252004177*