Scripps Health
Medical Assistant - Dermatology - Shiley Pavilion (La Jolla)
Scripps Health, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
*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 in La Jolla but may float to other sites 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 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
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 (La Jolla)
Location:
Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS CLINIC INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
Requisition ID:
252005279
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 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
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 (La Jolla)
Location:
Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS CLINIC INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
Requisition ID:
252005279