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Medical Assistant - Dermatology - AMP (La Jolla)This is a benefited, full-time position generally working Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4:00pm. Shift hours may vary based on need. No weekends or evenings required. Located at the Anderson Medical Pavilion on the Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla campus, but may float to other sites as needed. The ideal candidate must be flexible with work hours and have reliable transportation. 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 2026 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 demographicsRequired 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 proceduresJob: Clinical SupportPrimary Location: Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCF-ANDERSON MEDICAL PAVILIONWork Locations: SCF-ANDERSON MEDICAL PAVILION 9898 GENESEE AVE LA JOLLA 92037Organization: Scripps ClinicMinimum Rate (USD): 25.95 -Maximum Rate (USD): 32.56 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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san diego, CA, 92199, US
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