Clinical Medical Assistant I (CMA)/Patient Access Representative II - Medical Practice Foundati[...]

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego is seeking a Clinical Medical Assistant I (CMA)/Patient Access Representative II for their Cardiology Clinic. This role involves providing clinical care and managing patient access, requiring strong customer service skills and relevant qualifications. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a CMA.
• At least 1 year of experience as a PAR or relevant education.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document clinical care according to protocols.
• Manage medical business information such as registration and scheduling.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for high-quality patient care.

Skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Understanding of medical terminology

Strong organizational skills

Conscientiousness

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

BLS certification for Healthcare Providers (AHA)

Completion of a Medical Assistant program/certificate

Tools

EPIC Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system

Job description

Clinical Medical Assistant I (CMA)/Patient Access Representative II - Medical Practice Foundation - Cardiology Clinic

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Job Summary

Under the supervision of a licensed care provider and/or management, the Clinical Medical Assistant I (CMA I)/Patient Access Representative II (PAR II) is responsible for functioning as both a CMA I and a PAR II. The role involves providing and documenting clinical care according to protocols, supporting physicians, nurses, and families, and managing medical business information such as registration, scheduling, and authorizations. The position collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care. Administrative duties are also part of the role.

Skills Required

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and basic procedures
• Conscientiousness
• Strong organizational skills

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• BLS certification for Healthcare Providers (AHA)
• At least 1 year of experience as a CMA
• At least 1 year of experience as a PAR, or a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field with no prior experience, or graduation from a technical training school in a related field with no prior experience
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program/certificate

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EPIC Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system
• Advanced knowledge of medical terminology
• Bilingual in English/Spanish

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $23.10 to $31.77 per hour. Rady Children’s Hospital offers competitive and equitable compensation, considering experience, education, licensure, skills, and organizational needs. This posting remains open until the position is filled or sufficient applicants are received.