Under direct supervision of the clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, the Medical Assistant performs work which requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations The Joint Commission (TJC). These duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling of patient appointments, rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, completing medication reconciliation; equipment/supply management; and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, on-line scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.

• BART or CPR/BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Medical terminology training or certificate.

• Knowledge and experience in direct patient care and use of EMR.

• Experience with/knowledge of online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.

• Demonstrated experienced with ECGs.

• Knowledge and working practice of TJC requirements.

• Ability to prioritize demands and work in a team environment. Attention to detail.

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Cardiology experience.

• Position will float to Cardiology Clinics at SCVC/Jolla and MOS/Hillcrest.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.