This is a benefited, full time position generally working Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. Located in La Jolla at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines. You will be required to float to other specialties at the same location as needed. Why join Scripps Health? AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE: * Scripps has been named to a number of national, regional, and global Top Employer lists for women, diversity, and overall workplace * Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years Why Torrey Pines Rheumatology? * Conveniently located right off the 5 freeway, approximately 13 miles from downtown San Diego. * From our vantage point, we overlook the beautiful Torrey Pines golf course, with stunning views of the ocean. Your job duties: * Rooming patients, checking vitals, assisting with procedures, specifically injections * Clinic prep assisting with Provider specific protocols * Maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment * Organizes and performs patient care services that support the physician’s practice * Relaying instructions from the physician to the patient or authorized person * Collecting patient data in person and by phone * Documenting patient concerns, messages and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician's review * Administering medications specifically directed by the physician * 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 plus basic registration and updating of demographics * Float to other specialties as needed *Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:* * Completion of a formal Medical Assistant Program, or Medical Assistance Certification, or a minimum of two years of experience as a military corpsman *Required Certification/Registration:* * BLS required in clinical setting for the Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association (AHA) *Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:* * One year of experience as a MA in an outpatient setting preferred * Experience with injections & EKGs **Job:** **Clinical Support* **Organization:** **Scripps Clinic* **Title:** *Medical Assistant - Rheumatology - Torrey Pines* **Location:** *Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS CLINIC - TORREY PINES* **Requisition ID:** *252002192*