| Location | San Ysidro, CA |
| Salary | $28.89–$35.85 Per Hour |
Location: San Diego County, CA
Assignment Type: Temporary – 4 Months
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Hours: 40 hours per week
Work Arrangement: Float position across multiple clinic locations
We are seeking an experienced Specialty Medical Assistant II to provide clinical and administrative support to specialty healthcare providers across multiple outpatient clinic locations. This role involves assisting with patient examinations and procedures, coordinating appointments and referrals, maintaining accurate medical records, and supporting efficient patient flow.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year of Medical Assistant experience, strong clinical and administrative skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with providers and healthcare teams. Candidates must be bilingual in Spanish and able to travel between assigned clinic locations within San Diego County.
The regular schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with assignments generally distributed as follows:
Monday: Ocean View
Tuesday: El Cajon
Wednesday: Ocean View
Thursday: Precision Park (administrative day; no patient care expected)
Friday: El Cajon
Assignments may change based on operational needs, and occasional coverage at other clinic locations may be required.
Perform patient intake, including vital signs, measurements, medical history, medication reconciliation, and immunization history.
Prepare patient charts before appointments by reviewing care plans, gathering laboratory results, checking referrals, and identifying overdue screenings or preventive care needs.
Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and specialty-specific procedures.
Assist healthcare providers with minor procedures, biopsies, wound cultures, and other treatments as appropriate.
Collect and properly label specimens, including blood and urine samples.
Perform in-clinic point-of-care testing, EKGs, hearing screenings, and visual acuity screenings as needed.
Administer injections and medications after completing required medication-management training and in accordance with applicable protocols.
Apply infection-control and aseptic techniques.
Clean and sanitize examination rooms and maintain adequate supplies.
Process and sterilize instruments using an autoclave and maintain required logs.
Assist with specialty-specific equipment and procedures, including downloading data from continuous glucose monitoring systems when applicable.
Respond to clinical emergencies and patient requests as assigned.
Schedule and reschedule appointments to support efficient patient flow.
Manage internal referral queues and specialty department messages.
Document patient information, procedures, and responses accurately in electronic medical records.
Verify insurance information and coordinate with internal and external departments to support patient care.
Communicate provider-approved results and instructions to patients.
Follow up with referral departments, providers, and patients regarding referral status.
Maintain inventory records and ensure supplies are adequately stocked and not expired.
Assist with clinical outreach and follow-up activities to address care gaps.
Coordinate with pharmacies to support prescription refill requests.
Submit and follow up on prior authorizations for specialty medications.
Deliver professional, respectful, and patient-centered service.
Work collaboratively with specialty providers and healthcare teams to support continuity of care.
Communicate clearly with patients, providers, and colleagues.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with applicable healthcare regulations.
Identify workflow issues and escalate concerns through appropriate channels.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.
Participate in required training and professional development activities.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Completion of a Medical Assistant training program that meets applicable California requirements.
Current Medical Assistant certification.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Minimum 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in a specialty medical setting.
Bilingual in Spanish required.
Ability to read, write, and understand medical terminology and clinical information.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience using electronic medical records and standard computer applications.
Ability to operate clinical equipment, including vital-sign monitors, EKG machines, pulse oximeters, scales, wheelchairs, examination tables, and autoclaves.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between assigned clinic locations within San Diego County.
Experience in one or more of the following areas is beneficial:
Cardiology
Endocrinology
Hematology
Infectious Disease
Gastroenterology
Nephrology
Pulmonology
Rheumatology
Ophthalmology
Podiatry
Acupuncture
Allergy and Immunology
Frequent standing, walking, and twisting, with periods of prolonged sitting.
Occasional lifting, pushing, or assisting with patient transfers.
Exposure to clinical environments, infectious materials, and other healthcare-related conditions.
Ability to work a 40-hour week, with potential schedule variations or occasional evening and weekend coverage based on operational needs.
Ability to travel between clinic locations as required.
Candidates must meet applicable pre-employment screening, background-check, health-screening, vaccination, and training requirements. Compliance with patient privacy, infection-control, workplace safety, and organizational policies is expected.