Medical Assistant – San Diego, California
Pay
$25 – $28 per hour
Work Setting
In Person
Job Speciality
Medical Assistant – San Diego, California
Location
California
Work Schedule
Full Time
TL;DR
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Overview
This Medical Assistant role in San Diego, California supports compensation and pension examinations for Veterans seeking service-connected benefits. It’s a structured, compliance-driven environment where your clinical skills and attention to detail directly contribute to accurate evaluations.
This is a strong fit for experienced MAs who are comfortable in both clinical and administrative functions, and who can adapt to a non-traditional exam setting. The workflow is steady but can vary day-to-day, requiring flexibility, professionalism, and consistent patient interaction.
Position Details
- Location: San Diego, California
- Facility Type: Compensation & pension exam clinic
- Schedule: Full-time, in-person
- Employment Type: Contract
- Patient Population: Adult Veterans
- EMR: Electronic documentation required
- Pay: From $52,000 per year
Benefits / Coverage
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during evaluations
- Support patient flow and adapt to fluctuating daily volumes
- Perform clinical tasks such as EKGs, pulmonary function tests, and vision screening
- Document all patient interactions and test results in the EMR
- Screen patients for safety risks, preventative care needs, and barriers to care
- Maintain exam room readiness, including equipment checks and supply monitoring
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and accreditation standards
- Provide clerical and phone support as needed
- Escort patients and assist with discharge processes
- Serve as a chaperone when required
Qualifications
Required:
- California state license required
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Minimum 3 years of Medical Assistant experience
- Ability to commute to San Diego, CA
What to Expect Working With Frontera
Frontera is a boutique healthcare staffing firm. We keep communication direct and timelines clear. You’ll always know where you stand in the process.
Our team stays involved through credentialing, interview coordination, and onboarding. No unnecessary back-and-forth, and no gaps in communication.
Application Process
- Submit your application online
- A recruiter will contact you if your background aligns
- Your profile is shared directly with the clinic
- Interview with the hiring team
- Credentialing begins upon mutual agreement
- Start date is confirmed once cleared
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