Job Description
Impact Lives, Impact Community
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50 years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest community health systems in the country. With over +0 sites, over 227,000 patients, and over 1.1 million healthcare visits last year, we provide a wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our staff.
Job Roles
Attends in-services or completes make-up assignments.
Keeps sites compliant with TJC, DHS, CHDP, and Medi-Cal Managed Care Requirements.
Performs Waive Testing and Phlebotomy.
Consistently follows FHCSD Policies and Procedures to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Maintains a clean, organized, and safe clinic environment.
Prepares patients for examinations and procedures and assists providers as needed.
May support provider productivity. Assists with managing clinic flow, scheduling patient follow-up appointments, and communicating referral information, and discharge instructions.
Responds to voicemails, routes messages, and returns phone calls promptly.
Records patient information in Electronic Health Record (EHR).
May be responsible for administering medications, including injections.
May be responsible for cleaning, processing, and sterilizing medical instruments.
Collects and handles laboratory specimens appropriately.
Follows 5S and continuous quality improvement methods in the workplace.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
A Medical Assistant diploma from an approved course is required.
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the skills, knowledge, and ability to perform the essential job duties, and which meets any required state or federal certification requirements.
Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training required.
Rewards:
Job type: Regular Full Time
Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
#PSR-MA - #IndPSRMA
Experience/Specialized skills (including Language)
A minimum of 1 year of experience in an ambulatory care setting or similar setting is highly preferred.
Ability to maintain good interpersonal interactions with clients and co-workers as a multi-disciplinary community health team member with a diverse multicultural population.
Ability to multi-task, be flexible, ensure accuracy, and meet changing priorities in a fast-paced, high-workload environment.
Basic computer literacy ability to comply with department needs and expectations (i.e., electronic medical record documentation, obtaining background information and reports on patients, following up on appointments, etc.).
Basic organizational skills, attention to detail, time-management skills, and strong motivation to meet deadlines and achieve goals.
Multi-lingual in English, Spanish, and Arabic depending on current priorities and locations preferred.
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe benefits.
$25.00 - $2+.20
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50 years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest community health systems in the country. With over +0 sites, over 227,000 patients, and over 1.1 million healthcare visits last year, we provide a wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our staff.
Job Roles
Attends in-services or completes make-up assignments.
Keeps sites compliant with TJC, DHS, CHDP, and Medi-Cal Managed Care Requirements.
Performs Waive Testing and Phlebotomy.
Consistently follows FHCSD Policies and Procedures to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Maintains a clean, organized, and safe clinic environment.
Prepares patients for examinations and procedures and assists providers as needed.
May support provider productivity. Assists with managing clinic flow, scheduling patient follow-up appointments, and communicating referral information, and discharge instructions.
Responds to voicemails, routes messages, and returns phone calls promptly.
Records patient information in Electronic Health Record (EHR).
May be responsible for administering medications, including injections.
May be responsible for cleaning, processing, and sterilizing medical instruments.
Collects and handles laboratory specimens appropriately.
Follows 5S and continuous quality improvement methods in the workplace.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
A Medical Assistant diploma from an approved course is required.
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the skills, knowledge, and ability to perform the essential job duties, and which meets any required state or federal certification requirements.
Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training required.
Rewards:
Job type: Regular Full Time
Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
#PSR-MA - #IndPSRMA
Experience/Specialized skills (including Language)
A minimum of 1 year of experience in an ambulatory care setting or similar setting is highly preferred.
Ability to maintain good interpersonal interactions with clients and co-workers as a multi-disciplinary community health team member with a diverse multicultural population.
Ability to multi-task, be flexible, ensure accuracy, and meet changing priorities in a fast-paced, high-workload environment.
Basic computer literacy ability to comply with department needs and expectations (i.e., electronic medical record documentation, obtaining background information and reports on patients, following up on appointments, etc.).
Basic organizational skills, attention to detail, time-management skills, and strong motivation to meet deadlines and achieve goals.
Multi-lingual in English, Spanish, and Arabic depending on current priorities and locations preferred.
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe benefits.
$25.00 - $2+.20
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Medical Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in San Diego offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
