CMA Full-time
Sharp Community Medical Group

Medical Assistant / Carmel Valley / Oceanside / FT (592)

apartment Sharp Community Medical Group location_onSan Diego, CA, US
$19 - $23 / HOUR
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Position Title: Medical Assistant   

Hourly Range: $19.00 - 23.00 (based on level of experience.)     

Location: 1. Carmel Valley: 12395 El Camino Real, Suite 209 San Diego, CA 92130

2. Oceanside: 3230 Waring Court Suite C Oceanside, CA 92056 

Employment Type: Full Time                  

Typical Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm           

About Us:                   

Dr. Pegah Mashayekhi, also known as Dr. PM, is a triple board-certified physician specializing in Sleep Medicine and Obesity Medicine. With a history of providing exceptional care at Palomar Health Medical Group since 2016, Dr. Mashayekhi opened a practice solely hers since 05/2024. Beyond her medical practice, Dr. Mashayekhi is committed to lifelong learning and guiding patients towards healthier lifestyles. Her interests include education, health advocacy, in addition to sleep disorders, obesity and their associations with chronic diseases. At Dr. PM Sleep and Wellness Medical Center you will find a great work environment where you can learn and improve your clinical skills. We are looking for a motivated candidate who is a self-starter, tech-savvy and able to multi-task. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the physician by accurately documenting patient encounters and ensuring that medical records are maintained with precision. Your contributions will be vital in enhancing the efficiency of our clinical operations. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a career in the medical field.

Job Summary:                   

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and administrative support within our medical facility. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and is committed to ensuring the well-being of our patients. This position will perform Medical Assistant duties focused in the front office role. As a new practice, we want our employees to be cross-trained for proficiency and to better assist our patients.

Essential Functions:                 

  • Demonstrates strong multitasking abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and thrives in a fast‑paced clinical environment
  • Accurately obtains and records patient vital signs
  • Coordinates and schedules both virtual and in‑person patient appointment
  • Manages insurance-related tasks including eligibility verification, prior authorization requests, and patient check‑in procedures
  • Supports new and returning patients throughout the intake and re‑establishment process
  • Assists providers with documenting History of Present Illness (HPI) notes
  • Proficient in navigating and updating Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
  • Prepares and organizes patient charts, including sleep study documentation, lab results, and CURES verification
  • Provides comprehensive medical administrative support: answering phone calls, scanning and uploading documents, communicating results and orders to patients, documenting all patient interactions, processing prescription refills, and coordinating orders for sleep studies, CPAP equipment, referrals, and laboratory testing

Additional Job Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Acquiring CPAP data downloads and collaborating closely with local Durable Medical Equipment (DME) providers.
  • Request through Insurances portal authorizations for office visits, sleep studies, specialty medications authorizations, etc.

Highly Desirable

  • Front office experience in a medical office, with some experience with insurances, eligibility verification, prior authorizations request, scheduling and checking in process of patients.
  • Training in the use of CPAP masks and assisting patients with fitting sample PAP masks.
  • Experience in sleep medicine, psychiatry/behavioral health, neurology, pulmonology, cardiology or ENT is a plus.
  • Fast typing skills and experience with Microsoft Applications like Outlook and Teams

 Competencies & Success Factors:                 

  • Previous experience as a Medical Assistant or in a comparable role within the healthcare sector is beneficial.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to ensure effective interactions with patients and team members.
  • Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, particularly in managing patient records and clinical responsibilities.
  • Proficient in the use of EMR systems and knowledgeable in medical terminology.

 Qualifications:   

  • A Medical Assistant Certificate or Bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards (Required)
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
  • Ability to Commute: San Diego, CA 92130 (Required)
  • Ability to Relocate: San Diego, CA 92130: Relocate before starting work (Required)
  • Experience in Sleep Medicine, Neurology, or Internal Medicine is highly valued
  • Front office experience preferred
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
  • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and manage multiple responsibilities efficiently
  • Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Ability to operate and navigate various medical systems and equipment with confidence
  • Working knowledge of insurance processes, including eligibility verification, prior authorizations, scheduling, and patient check‑in procedures

 What We Offer:                  

  • On-the-job training and experience
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid Federal Holidays
  • Great and supporting work environment
  • Free parking

                  Dr PM Sleep and Wellness Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.              

      

      

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