Medical Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist (Primary Clinical Role)
We are a compassionate, patient-focused fertility clinic seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team. This position is primarily clinical, with back-up support responsibilities at the Front Desk as needed to ensure smooth clinic operations and excellent patient care.
Primary Responsibilities – Medical Assistant
- Assist physicians and clinical staff with patient care, examinations, and procedures
- Prepare exam rooms and maintain clinical equipment and supplies
- Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, and medications
- Perform phlebotomy and other clinical tasks within scope of practice
- Coordinate laboratory testing, imaging, and referrals
- Accurately document clinical information in the patients chart
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and clinic protocols
Secondary Responsibilities – Front Desk Support (Back-Up)
- Greet patients and provide a warm, professional first point of contact
- Answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage patient flow when covering the desk
- Verify patient information, collect insurance information as needed
- Assist with check-in and check-out processes during coverage periods
- Communicate effectively with clinical and administrative staff to support daily operations
Qualifications
- Certified or Registered Medical Assistant preferred
- Experience in fertility, IVF, OB/GYN, or women’s health strongly preferred
- Prior front desk or patient-facing administrative experience a plus
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- Compassionate, professional demeanor with sensitivity to patients’ fertility journeys
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Meaningful work supporting patients through their fertility care
- Competitive compensation and benefits (based on experience)
- Opportunities to grow within a specialized medical field
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- La Jolla, CA 92037 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- La Jolla, CA 92037: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person