For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons. FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy. Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management. The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region. Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is looking for a Medical Assistant to perform a wide variety of patient care activities and accommodative services for assigned clinic patients directed by the Clinic Director and/or Chief Nursing Officer in order to facilitate the delivery of prompt, quality care. Responsibilities: Attends in-services or completes make-up assignments. Consistently follows Policies and Procedures to ensure positive patient outcomes. Handles laboratory specimens appropriately. Keeps sites in compliance with TJC, DHS, CHDP, and Medi-Cal Managed Care Requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs Waive Testing and Phlebotomy. Requirements: At least 1 year of experience in ambulatory care setting or similar setting is highly desirable. Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training required. High School graduate or equivalent. Medical Assistant diploma from an approved course. Bilingual in English/ Spanish preferred. 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 FHCSD was founded by community activists working towards a common goal: caring, affordable, high-quality medical care for all. We are proud to continue this mission today as we provide accessible services to over 210,000 patients across San Diego County. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved. We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is: $27.00 - $31.34 Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net) FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons. FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy. Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management. The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region. Job Description Responsibilities: Actively participates in LEAN/HONSHA trainings and serves as a member of the Core Team. Actively participates in other clinical initiatives, such as clinical quality outcomes, to achieve goals and metrics. Builds positive relationships, inspires others to perform at a higher level, prepares career development plans and retains an accountable workforce. Coaches and counsels staff and administers appropriate disciplinary action in a timely manner. Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary care team and support services, including Physicians, PSRs, Medical Assistants, and others. Attends department meetings. Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards; in addition, ensures subordinate staff complete documentation per department standards. Includes documenting patient history. Consistently follows Policies and Procedures to ensure positive patient outcomes. Keeps clinic work-flow moving, focusing on productivity and efficiency, including assigning lunch times and breaks, ensuring exam room is set up, ordering supplies and vaccines to ensure correct supply is on hand, supporting provider productivity, reviewing patient problem list prior to visit with provider, and calling in refills to pharmacy. Keeps site in compliance with TJC, DHS, CHDP, and Medi-Cal Managed Care requirements. Participates in continuous improvement activities and ensures appropriate Lean tools (i.e., 5S, A3) are deployed and results are evaluated and/or measured. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs Waive Testing and Phlebotomy if appropriate training has been completed. Provides/ensures staff receive all new hire and annual trainings on time. Requirements: 3 years of experience in an ambulatory care setting or similar setting preferred. California State Board LVN License required. Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training. Graduation from a recognized practical nursing program High School Graduate (or GED equivalent). Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy. Ability to participate collaboratively with multi-disciplinary care team. Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse social, cultural and economic groups. Able to maintain good working relationships with employees, coworkers, and departments. 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 appts, etc.). Bilingual (Read, Speak & Write) in English/ Spanish preferred. Effective training and coaching skills; ability to drive results and achieve objectives through others. Knowledge of child, adolescent, and adult health care issues. Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques, including performance management and employee development. Knowledge of, and ability to perform, clinic-based nursing tasks. Rewards: Job type: Regular Full-time M-F 8am-5pm, 8:30am-5:30pm. Onsite Location: 140 Elm Street San Diego, CA 92101 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 #IndNurse The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved. We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is: $36.00 - $45.19 Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net) FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons. FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy. Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management. The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region. Responsibilities: *Actively participates in LEAN/HONSHA trainings and serves as a member of the Core Team. Actively participates in other clinical initiatives, such as clinical quality outcomes, to achieve goals and metrics. *Builds positive relationships, inspires others to perform at a higher level, prepares career development plans and retains an accountable workforce. *Coaches and counsels staff and administers appropriate disciplinary action in a timely manner. *Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary care team and support services, including Physicians, PSRs, Medical Assistants, and others. Attends department meetings. *Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards; in addition, ensures subordinate staff complete documentation per department standards. Includes documenting patient history. *Consistently follows Policies and Procedures to ensure positive patient outcomes. *Keeps clinic work-flow moving, focusing on productivity and efficiency, including assigning lunch times and breaks, ensuring exam room is set up, ordering supplies and vaccines to ensure correct supply is on hand, supporting provider productivity, reviewing patient problem list prior to visit with provider, and calling in refills to pharmacy. *Keeps site in compliance with TJC, DHS, CHDP, and Medi-Cal Managed Care requirements. *Participates in continuous improvement activities and ensures appropriate Lean tools (i.e., 5S, A3) are deployed and results are evaluated and/or measured. *Performs other duties as assigned. *Performs Waive Testing and Phlebotomy if appropriate training has been completed. *Provides/ensures staff receive all new hire and annual trainings on time. *Supervises assigned team, including hiring, and scheduling as needed. Provides clinic oversight in absence of the Clinic Director/Manager. Requirements: *At least 3 years of experience in an ambulatory care setting or similar setting preferred. *California State Board RN License required. *Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training. *Graduation from a recognized RN/BSN program. *High School Graduate (or GED equivalent). *Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy. *Ability to participate collaboratively with multi-disciplinary care team. *Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse social, cultural and economic groups. *Able to maintain good working relationships with employees, coworkers, and departments. *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 appts, etc.). *Bilingual (Read, Speak & Write) in English/ Spanish preferred. *Effective training and coaching skills; ability to drive results and achieve objectives through others. *Knowledge of child, adolescent, and adult health care issues. *Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques, including performance management and employee development. *Knowledge of, and ability to perform, clinic-based nursing tasks. Rewards: Job type: Full-time, M-F. 8:30am-5:30pm. Onsite Location: 4094 4th Ave San Diego, CA 92103 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 The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved. We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is: $50.00 - $63.88 Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net) FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons. FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy. Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management. The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region. Performs a wide variety of patient care activities and accommodative services for assigned clinic patients, as direct by the Clinic Director and/or Nursing Director, in order to facilitate the delivery of prompt, quality care. Responsibilities: Addresses routine messages in EHR within 2 days, urgent messages within 1 day. Attends Nursing in-services or completes make-up assignments within 2 weeks of assignment. Builds positive relationships, inspires others to perform at a higher level, prepares career development plans and retains an accountable workforce. Coaches and counsels staff and administers appropriate disciplinary action in a timely manner. Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary care team and support services, including Physicians, PSRs, Medical Assistants, and others. Attends department meetings. Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards; in addition, documentation complies with patients' insurance requirements. Includes documenting patient history. Consistently follows Policies and Procedures to ensure positive patient outcomes. Ensures MAs document patient Vital Signs and pre-assessment questions. Keeps clinic work-flow moving, focusing on productivity and efficiency, including assigning lunch times and breaks, ensuring exam room is set up, ordering supplies and vaccines to ensure correct supply is on hand, supporting provider productivity, reviewing patient problem list prior to visit with provider, and calling in refills to pharmacy. Keeps site in compliance with TJC, DHS, CHDP, and Medi-Cal Managed Care requirements. Participates in continuous improvement activities and ensures appropriate Lean tools (i.e., 5S, A3) are deployed and results are evaluated and/or measured. Performs nursing tasks, demonstrating Clinical Competency, including: Measures height, weight, and vital signs accurately; Performs hearing and vision screenings appropriately; Administers IM medications or immunizations correctly; Administers PO medications or immunizations correctly; Administers subcutaneous immunizations correctly; Administers medications via inhalation correctly; Administers PPD tests correctly; Reads PPD results correctly; Performs EKGs correctly; Assesses immunization records accurately; Performs ear lavage correctly; Sets up sterile field correctly; Performs equipment disinfection and sterilization correctly; Hooks up Oxygen tubing correctly; Suctions patients correctly using appropriate suction equipment; Performs straight cath correctly; Starts IVs correctly. Completes standing orders as directed by provider. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs Waive Testing and Phlebotomy if appropriate training has been completed. Provides/ensures staff receive all new hire and annual trainings on time. Requirements: At least 3 years of experience in an ambulatory care setting or similar setting preferred. California State Board LVN License required. Current CPR for Healthcare Providers certification required. Graduation from a recognized practical nurse program or equivalent. High School Graduate (or GED equivalent). Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy. Rewards: Job type: Regular Full time M-F. 8am-5pm and/ or 8:30am-5:30pm. Onsite Location: 525 E. Main Street El Cajon, CA 92020 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 #IndNurse The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved. We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is: $33.00 - $41.43 Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net) FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons. FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy. Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management. The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region. Job Roles Attends in-services or completes make-up assignments. Keeps sites in compliance 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, communicating referral information, and discharge instructions. Responds to voicemails, routes messages, and returns phone calls in a timely manner. 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: Medical Assistant diploma from an approved course 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), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, or Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training required. Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy. Experience/Specialized skills (including Language) Minimum 1 year of experience in ambulatory care setting or similar setting is highly preferred. Ability to maintain good interpersonal interactions with clients and co-workers as a member of a multi-disciplinary community health team with a diverse multi-cultural 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 preferred, English, Spanish, Arabic, and Somali depending on current priorities and locations. 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 We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is: $26.00 - $30.34 Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net) FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
