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Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Hillcrest

Scripps Health·San Diego, California

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 6 days ago
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About the role

The role involves providing clinical support through patient rooming, checking vitals, and assisting providers with specific protocols and procedures. Additionally, the assistant manages patient data, schedules appointments, and maintains a clean and organized clinical environment.

This is a full-time benefited position working Monday through Friday from 8

  • 00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Occasional
  • Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. may be required. The position is located at Scripps Coastal Medical Center in Hillcrest. 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 Hillcrest Primary Care? Join a close-knit, collaborative team with a shared commitment to exceptional, patient-centered care. Work alongside long-tenured team members who foster trust, camaraderie, and a supportive environment. Be part of a culture built on teamwork, shared responsibility, and professional growth, where every employee is valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact.
  • Your job duties: Rooming patients, checking vitals, assisting with procedures 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

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 BLS certification for the Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Preferred
  • Education/Experience/Specialized
  • Skills/Certification: MA experience in an outpatient setting Detail oriented Experience administering vaccines New grads welcome to apply!

Requirements

Candidates must have completed a formal Medical Assistant program, hold a Medical Assistance Certification, or have at least two years of experience as a military corpsman. A BLS certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association is required.

  • professional certificate
  • Medication Administration
  • BLS Certification
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Pre-certifications
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Patient Rooming
  • Vaccine Administration
  • Patient Data Collection
  • Epic Software
  • Clinical Prep
  • Order and Referral Entry

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
San Diego, California
Posted
Jul 21, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Scripps Health

With offices throughout San Diego County, our doctors and APCs specialize in family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and obstetrics and gynecology.

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryMedical Practices
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.

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