Location & Practice Overview

These positions support Naval Medical Center San Diego and a network of affiliated military clinics throughout the San Diego area. Openings are distributed across multiple sites rather than concentrated at a single address.

Main Campus Naval Medical Center San Diego, 34800 Bob Wilson Drive, Building 6, San Diego, CA 92134
Affiliated Clinics Eastlake, Miramar, NASNI, NAVBASE, and Point Loma primary care locations
Facility Type Department of Defense military treatment facility and outpatient clinic network
Assignment Structure 26 openings spread across primary care sites and selected hospital departments

Responsibilities

  • Prepare examination rooms, equipment, and supplies before patient arrivals.
  • Collect and record vital signs, medical and medication history, allergies, and chief complaints.
  • Assist credentialed providers during examinations and authorized ambulatory procedures while supporting patient flow.
  • Carry out authorized diagnostic support such as EKG setup, nebulizer treatments, and specimen collection after competency validation.
  • Enter clinical information into MHS GENESIS, process referrals, coordinate appointments, and maintain organized records.

All clinical tasks remain within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, documented training, and facility authorization.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must satisfy both educational and certification criteria in addition to recent hands-on experience. Government background screening is required.

Education
Graduation from a Medical Assistant program accredited by CAAHEP, ABHES, ACCSC, ACICS, ACCET, or ACCJC, or completion of a formal U.S. Armed Forces medical services training program
Clinical Experience
At least one year of recent Medical Assistant clinical experience within the previous two years
Professional Certification
Current Medical Assistant certification or registration through AAMA, AMT, or another program accepted by the employer
BLS Certification
Current Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider credential from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Security Clearance
Ability to pass the required government background investigation and employer pre-employment screening

Compensation & Benefits

Pay is determined by qualifications and experience. The sign-on bonus is payable with the first paycheck once eligibility is confirmed.

  • Hourly rate of $22.97–$27.00 plus $2,000 sign-on bonus
  • Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and 11 paid federal holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; life insurance; Health Savings Account option
  • Matching 401(k) retirement plan
  • Annual CME stipend and reimbursement for license or certification costs

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Status Full-time, up to 40 hours per week
Workdays Monday through Friday
Daily Schedule 8.5-hour shifts (including a 30-minute lunch) scheduled within the 6:00 AM–6:00 PM window
Weekends & Holidays No scheduled weekend or holiday shifts

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Medical Assistants work with TRICARE-eligible beneficiaries who receive care through the military health system.

Patient Categories Active-duty service members, military family members, and retirees
Age Groups Pediatric patients in designated clinics; adults in primary care and Internal Medicine settings
Encounter Format Outpatient clinic visits and procedure-support encounters
Care Context Structured military healthcare environment with established privacy and infection-prevention standards

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical expectations vary by assigned department. Primary care roles emphasize efficient outpatient throughput, while Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Maxillofacial Surgery assignments involve greater procedural and coordination depth under appropriate authorization.

Primary Care Clinics Support of high-volume outpatient visits focused on intake accuracy and smooth room turnover
Internal Medicine & Pediatrics Expanded diagnostic equipment use and medication or immunization workflows after training and authorization
Maxillofacial Surgery Procedure-room preparation, authorized wound-care assistance, and coordination of imaging, laboratory, and follow-up services
Clinical Systems Role Integration of documentation and referral processes within the military electronic health record environment

Role Highlights

This recruitment differs from a single-clinic Medical Assistant posting by covering multiple sites and service lines under one job reference.

  • Large-scale hiring of 26 Certified Medical Assistants across primary care and selected specialty departments
  • Placement options ranging from community primary care clinics to hospital-based Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Maxillofacial Surgery support
  • Direct contribution to the military health system serving active-duty personnel, families, and retirees

About ERP International, LLC

ERP International, LLC is a privately held healthcare and technology services company that supplies clinical staffing to Department of Defense and federal medical facilities across the United States.

Founded 2006
Headquarters Laurel, Maryland
Organization Type Privately held healthcare staffing and technology services provider
Core Service Clinical staffing support for military treatment facilities and federal healthcare programs

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I know which clinic I am assigned to before accepting an offer?
Yes. Specific clinic or department placement is confirmed during the hiring process so candidates understand the exact work location before accepting.
Are medication administration and immunizations part of every assignment?
No. These tasks require additional training, competency validation, and facility authorization and appear more often in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics roles.
Does Armed Forces medical training satisfy the education requirement?
Yes. Graduates of qualifying formal U.S. Armed Forces medical services training programs meet the education standard.
Is the $2,000 sign-on bonus guaranteed for every hire?
The bonus is payable with the first paycheck once eligibility is confirmed. Individual conditions should be verified with the recruiter.
What electronic systems will I use daily?
The primary systems are MHS GENESIS and Carepoint, along with standard Department of Defense email and message-center tools.
Can I move between clinics after starting?
Initial placement depends on current openings. Later transfers follow employer and facility policy and are not guaranteed.

Certified Medical Assistant Jobs in San Diego, CA

Certified Medical Assistants working within the Naval Medical Center San Diego network operate at the intersection of primary care throughput and specialty procedural support. In community clinics the emphasis rests on rapid, accurate intake and room readiness that keep high patient volumes moving. In Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Maxillofacial Surgery settings the same foundation expands to include authorized diagnostic assistance, medication workflows, and coordination of imaging or laboratory studies. Across every site the Medical Assistant functions as the link between patient arrival, provider evaluation, and electronic documentation inside the military health system. This multi-clinic structure requires adaptability to differing patient mixes and procedural expectations while maintaining consistent standards of privacy, infection control, and record accuracy that characterize Department of Defense outpatient care in San Diego.

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