Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Clinical Support

San Ysidro Health; Alpine (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

San Ysidro Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in a clinic setting. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, rooming patients, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with procedures in accordance with SYH policies.

The role requires completion of a Medical Assistant program, a current BLS certification, and at least 1 year of MA experience. Bilingual skills in Spanish or other languages are preferred for patient communication.

Qualifications

• Completion of externship required by Medical Assisting Program.
• Minimum 1 year working as a medical assistant.
• Certified in BLS for Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association).
• NHA - CCMA and CMAA certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with examinations and minor procedures as directed.
• Record patient vital signs and room patients for visits.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain clean/sterile environment.
• Document in patients' medical records per SYH guidelines.
• Verify insurance information and manage patient communications.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Medical terminology

Clinical documentation

EMR software

Vital signs

Patient care

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program per CA

Tools

EMR systems

EKG equipment

Job description

San Ysidro Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in a clinic setting. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, rooming patients, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with procedures in accordance with SYH policies.

The role requires completion of a Medical Assistant program, a current BLS certification, and at least 1 year of MA experience. Bilingual skills in Spanish or other languages are preferred for patient communication.