Medical Assistant-Internal Medicine

Arch Health Partners, Inc. d/b/a Palomar Health Medical Group; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health Medical Group invites you to join our Internal Medicine team as a Medical Assistant. Under supervision, you will register patients, take vital signs, and assist in exams and procedures in a patient‑focused clinic setting.

You will maintain accurate med records, support infection control, and provide health instruction to patients and families while collaborating with staff across clinics.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Medical Assistant Certificate program with relevant front and back office experience.
• Minimum 0-6 months related experience.
• Bilingual - Spanish is preferred.
• American Heart Association BLS Heartsaver certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in examinations and procedures.
• Take vital signs and record in medical chart.
• Register patients and input data into system.
• Prepare rooms and ensure infection control and privacy.
• Provide patient care and health education to patients and families.

Skills

Customer service

Phone etiquette

English proficiency

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Email

Job description

Department: Internal Medicine

Union: Shift: 8-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)

Hours Per Pay Period: 80

Salary Range: $24.40 - $34.16

Job Description: Pay Range: $24.40-$34.16

Job Summary

Under the supervision of an RN, LVN, physician assistant or physician, the Medical Assistant ensures quality patient care in clinic setting. Registers patients and inputs data in computer system, vital signs and health screening. Able to schedule, with good phone and customer service skills. Prepares rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment. Provides appropriate, direct patient care in assigned area(s). Takes patient's vital signs and provides personal care to patients. Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures. Demonstrates sensitivity to patient's comfort and privacy and expresses interest in their progress. Ensures accurate maintenance of patient's medical records and that patient records are treated as confidential information. To support patient care, service excellence, and operational efficiency, employees may be expected to work in various units, departments, clinics, or locations as assigned. Assignments may change based on staffing levels, patient volume, and organizational needs. Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives, and infection control policies. Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care. Provides health care instruction to patient and family members. Documents transactions, phone conversations, observations, and orders in medical record according to policy and procedure of clinic. Responsible for following clinic policies and procedures for infection control in handling and disposing of infectious/hazardous waste materials. Responsible for accurate administration of medications as appropriate and collection/handling of lab specimens. Ability to speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop-down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health Medical Group rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws, and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health Medical Group.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Education: Successful completion of Medical Assistant Certificate program with relevant front and back office experience
• Preferred Education: Not Applicable
• Minimum Experience: 0-6 months related experience
• Preferred Experience: Bilingual - Spanish
• Required License: Not Applicable
• Preferred License: Not Applicable
• Required Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Heartsaver
• Preferred Certification: Certified CA State Medical Assistant

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Palomar Health Medical Group invites you to be part of our healthcare team, where we offer extraordinary opportunities for both clinical and non-clinical positions.

Our multi-specialty practice delivers affordable, patient-focused care that combines the latest advancements in technology and medicine with a superior experience.

When you join the Palomar Health family, you’ll experience a positive, supportive and innovative environment while working in one of several modern offices conveniently located throughout North County.