Medical Assistant / Escondido / Full Time

Focus Health group; Escondido (CA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday & Sick Pay

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Escondido Internal Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant to support daily patient care, including rooming patients, recording vitals, and administering injections. The role acts as a liaison between physicians and patients to ensure smooth, compassionate care in a fast-paced clinic.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, an accredited Medical Assistant program, and BLS certification. Some back-office experience and EMR familiarity are desirable; bilingual English/Spanish is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a medical assistant program preferred.
• Proven experience as a Medical Assistant or in a similar healthcare role is an asset, back-office experience valued.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient and team interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care: rooming patients, vitals, injections, procedures.
• Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention as instructed.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant handling of patient information and ensure infection control.
• Perform administrative tasks: manage supplies and patient correspondence.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant program

BLS Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Title

Medical Assistant (M-F 8:00am – 5:00pm) no weekends

Location

Escondido

Salary Range

$21.00 – $26.00 (Based on experience)

About Us

Escondido Internal Medicine is a distinguished internal medicine practice in Escondido, led by two dedicated physicians. We are committed to providing exceptional care and fostering a supportive work environment.

Job Summary

We are excited to expand our team and invite applications for a Medical Assistant position. This role involves direct patient care, including rooming patients, recording vitals, administering injections, and acting as a liaison between our physicians and patients. If you’re passionate about making a difference in healthcare and thrive in a patient-focused setting, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in our mission to deliver outstanding healthcare in a nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare professionals with patient care, including preparing examination rooms, taking vital signs, and assisting with medical procedures.
• Provide patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention as instructed by healthcare providers.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards, sanitation regulations, and infection control protocols.
• Handle sensitive and confidential patient information with professionalism, adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with administrative tasks as needed, such as managing medical supplies inventory and handling patient correspondence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a medical assistant program preferred.
• Proven experience as a Medical Assistant or in a similar role within a healthcare setting is an asset, specifically with back-office experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient and team interactions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for managing patient records and clinical tasks.
• BLS Certification
• Proficiency in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems and familiarity with medical terminology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

What We Offer

• Immediate Holiday & Sick Pay: Start accruing from day one.
• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance available after 90 days.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy well-deserved breaks.
• Retirement Benefit: Invest in your long-term security.
• Voluntary Benefits: Access to Life, Hospitalization, and Critical Illness Insurance

Join Our Quest

Ready to make a difference every day? We're calling on heroes like you to revolutionize patient care. Let's make healthcare history together!

Escondido Internal Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.