Scripps Health Administrative Services supports our five hospitals and 19 outpatient facilities, which treat half a million patients annually through 2,600 affiliated physicians.
This is a benefited, full time position generally working Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4pm. Located at Scripps Clinic La Jolla but required to float to Encinitas and Mercy San Diego.
Why join Scripps Health?
AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:
- 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.
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
- Lead MA experience
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.
Position Pay Range: $23.92-$30.83/hour