What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - OB/GYN - Carmel Valley position at Scripps Health?
This is a full-time benefited position working Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No weekends or evenings are required. This position requires performing both front office and back office Medical Assistant duties. The position is located at Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley.
Why join Scripps Health?
At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:
- Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
- Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.
- Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
- Becker's Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.
- We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
- Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.
Why Carmel Valley OBGYN?
- Where exceptional care meets unparalleled convenience.
- Nestled in a welcoming environment, our distinguished team is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care for every patient.
- With ample, stress-free parking for both staff and patients, we ensure your visit begins with ease.
- Passionate about women's health, we go beyond expectations to create a supportive and empowering experience for all who walk through our doors.
- Experience healthcare that prioritizes your well-being and our patients' at Carmel Valley OBGYN.
Your job duties:
- Predominantly back-office responsibilities but is expected to help with front-office duties on an as-needed basis
- Rooming patients, checking vitals, assisting with procedures
- Clinic prep assisting with Provider specific protocols
- Maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment
- Organizes and performs patient care services that support the physician's practice
- Relaying instructions from the physician to the patient or authorized person
- Collecting patient data in person and by phone
- Documenting patient concerns, messages and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician's review
- Administering medications specifically directed by the physician
- Scheduling of appointments and procedures
- Complete and accurate message taking
- Routing messages to the appropriate area for direction
- Order and referral entry, acquisition of pre-certifications
- Setting up of cases in EPIC plus basic registration and updating of demographics
Requirements:
- Completion of a formal Medical Assistant Program, or Medical Assistance Certification, or a minimum of two years of experience as a military corpsman
- BLS certification for the Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:
- One year of experience as an MA in an outpatient setting
- OBGYN clinic experience
- New grads welcome to apply!