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*This is a benefited, full-time position generally working Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. Shift hours may vary based on need. Located at the Shiley Pavilion but may float to other sites as needed. ***

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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.

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*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 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

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*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

**Job:** **Clinical Support*

**Organization:** **Scripps Clinic*

**Title:** *Medical Assistant - Dermatology - Shiley Pavilion*

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

**Requisition ID:** *252004204*