Medical Assistant – Ambulatory Care with Competitive Benefits

Family Health Centers of San Diego; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Extended sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Family Health Centers of San Diego is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our ambulatory care team in Escondido. The role supports providers, prepares patients for examinations, and handles routine phlebotomy and waived testing. Strong EHR experience and a calm, efficient demeanor are essential.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant diploma and CPR (BLS) certification, with 1 year of ambulatory care experience preferred. Multilingual skills are a plus in our diverse clinics.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant diploma or certified equivalent is required.
• Minimum 1 year of ambulatory care experience preferred.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Attends in-services and completes assignments.
• Maintains compliant, clean, and safe clinic environment.
• Performs waived testing and phlebotomy as needed.
• Records patient data in the EHR accurately.
• Prepares patients for exams and assists providers.
• Supports clinic flow and follow-up scheduling.
• Responds to voicemails and routes messages promptly.
• May administer medications and sterilize instruments.

Skills

Ambulatory care

CPR (BLS)

Multilingual (preferred)

Education

Medical Assistant diploma

Job description

Family Health Centers of San Diego is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our ambulatory care team in Escondido. The role supports providers, prepares patients for examinations, and handles routine phlebotomy and waived testing. Strong EHR experience and a calm, efficient demeanor are essential.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant diploma and CPR (BLS) certification, with 1 year of ambulatory care experience preferred. Multilingual skills are a plus in our diverse clinics.