Medical Assistant Per Diem - Women's Health Clinic - 140678

Under direct supervision of the Women's Pelvic Medicine Clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs work which requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations The Joint Commission (TJC).

Duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling of patient appointments and associated patient system screens; accurate billing; environmental care functions; equipment/supply management; and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, on-line scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Will provide non-licensed medical support to medical care providers in an outpatient setting.

Incumbents room patients; set up equipment and instruments, maintaining sterile technique as required; independently perform and/or assist providers with performing exams and procedures, including administering injections: collect, prepare and analyze specimens, including performing venipuncture; with proper provider authorization, provide instructions, training, test results and advice to patients; call in prescriptions; sterilize instruments; clean and calibrate equipment; clean and stock exam rooms; and provide proper documentation in patient chart. May also provide front office services on a routine or back-up basis.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.

• BART or BLS/CPR at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Two (2) years of experience minimum as an MA in an acute care facility or Ob/Gyn.

• One (1) year of procedure, reception, authorizations, and referrals experience.

• Medical terminology training or certificate.

• Two (2) years of experience working in women's health or urology.

• Demonstrated experience assisting with procedures.

• Must be able to work various hours, rotating weekends, and locations based on business needs.
• Must be able to work at three different clinics in La Jolla and work overtime as required.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.