Medical Assistant - Medicine Specialties - 133942

Company: UC San Diego Health
Location: San Diego
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 01/14/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 01/24/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. This position will remain open until filled.DESCRIPTIONUnder direct supervision of the clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs work which requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations The Joint Commission (TJC). These duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling of patient appointments and associated patient system screens; accurate billing; environmental care functions; equipment/supply management; and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, on-line scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Will be required to work at our Hillcrest, La Jolla and Encinitas locations.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Medical terminology training or certificate.
• Requires knowledge of medical terminology, on-line scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiatives, prioritize demands and work in a team environment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Previous Medical Assistant experience and one year of ambulatory care experience.
  • EPIC-Cadence experience.
  • Experience in a fast-paced, multi-specialty clinic specifically; endocrinology, diabetes, osteoporosis, thyroid.
  • Experience/knowledge with Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) and insulin pumps.
  • Scheduling experience.SPECIAL CONDITIONS
    • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
    • Possible overtime.
    • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.Pay Transparency ActAnnual Full Pay Range: $50,321 - $62,640 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $24.10 - $30.00 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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