Clinical Support

Why work for us? Balboa Nephrology is the largest kidney care practice in California and participates in a national Medicare program focused on value-based care.
Through our joint venture with Evergreen Nephrology we are a growing organization with opportunities for professional and personal growth.
We will help you grow in your leadership experiences while learning the new value-based care world.
Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental & vision first of the following month after hire.
Employer contribution of up to 10% of annual pay for your 401K.
Generous paid time off, plus a birthday float day off and a mental health day! Company paid life insurance.
Join a fast-growing field - employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 32 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Voted Top Workplace of San Diego 2017 and 2020 - 2023! Our Values: Patient-centered I Accountability I Respect I Innovation I Data-Driven Our Mission: to consistently deliver superior care – Balboa Care – to every patient with kidney disease.
Work Location: In person About the Position The Clinical Support will assist in the delivery of excellent patient care management by performing routine clinical and administrative tasks to keep the office running efficiently.
Clinical and Administrative Duties Taking medical histories and vital signs Reconciliation of medication lists Explaining treatment procedures to patients Preparing patients for examination (in-person and/or telehealth appointments) Assisting the physician during exams Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens Instructing patients about medication and special diets Authorizing prescription refills as directed Removing sutures and changing dressings Stock examination rooms Maintain instruments and prepare sterilization as required Keep inventory of medications and supplies Maintain all logs and required checks (i.
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refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, oxygen, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.
) Provide coverage for other MAs as needed Other duties as assigned; travel may be required Front Office Duties Using computer applications Answering telephones, take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy Greeting patients and scheduling appointments Updating and scanning patient medical records Coding and filling out insurance forms Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services Handling correspondence Collection of copays Other duties and tasks as assigned Required Qualifications Medical Assistant Certification Proficiency using EHR software applications Preferred Qualifications Experience using EPIC Bilingual in English/Spanish Required Skills Excellent verbal and written communication Ability to provide excellent customer service Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures Ability to use good reasoning and judgement and react appropriately in emergency situations Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and coworkers Pay Range: $16-$18/hour, depending on experience Other considerations: Background check required Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory duties – No Status – Full time Work Environment – In person Physical Demands – While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, read, write, type and respond.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, open cabinets at various levels, bend, stand, stoop and drive as necessary.
About Balboa United Beginning in 1973, Balboa has grown from two physicians to a comprehensive nephrology team of 52 board certified physicians and 8 advanced practitioners.
On January 1, 2018, Balboa Nephrology Medical Group (BNMG) launched Balboa United, a full-service medical practice management services organization.
From one small office, BNMG now has 24 clinical offices throughout San Diego, Imperial, Orange and Riverside counties.
In addition to office and hospital-based patient care, Balboa physicians manage the dialysis treatments of approximately 4,500 patients at 88 dialysis centers and conduct Nephrology based clinical research at 6 centers throughout Imperial and San Diego counties (California Institute of Renal Research).
EEO Statement Balboa United is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.
We want to have the best available person in every job.
Our Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion (including religious dress & grooming), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, registered domestic partner status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We also prohibit unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
The Company is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities.
This commitment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Balboa United, including managers and co-workers.
If you believe you have been subjected to any form of unlawful discrimination, submit a written complaint to your manager or Human Resources (HR).
Your complaint should be specific and should include the names of the individuals involved and the names of any witnesses.
If you need assistance with your complaint, or if you prefer to make a complaint in person, contact the Company's Human Resources Department.
We will immediately undertake an effective, thorough, and objective investigation and attempt to resolve the situation.
Licenses & Certifications Required Medical Assistant