Medical Assistant - Perinatology - La Jolla

Scripps Health • San Diego, CA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1w ago

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?

Made Becker's 150 Top Places to Work for 2024
Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024
#5 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Healthcare 2023
#78 in PEOPLE Companies that Care 2023
#95 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023
Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years

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.

Qualifications

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

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

Work Locations: SCRIPPS CLINIC - LA JOLLA, 9850 GENESEE AVE, LA JOLLA 92037

Organization: Scripps Clinic

Job Posting: Oct 10, 2024, 8:21:29 PM

Benefit Status: FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS

Minimum Rate (USD): 23.92 - Maximum Rate (USD): 30.83

In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.

Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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