Ambulatory Medical Assistant - Outpatient Care

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange County seeks a Medical Assistant to work with a physician in patient rooms performing non-licensed clinical care in an outpatient setting. The role also handles clerical tasks to support office operations.

We value strong English communication, adaptability to a changing environment, and a patient-centered approach. A Medical Assistant Diploma or recognized credential is required, with preferred phlebotomy certification and ambulatory care experience.

Qualifications

• Understanding of medical terminology.
• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job.
• Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate of Competency / Recognition in Medical Assisting Clinical / Back Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work well in a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Incumbent works in conjunction with physician in patient rooms to perform non-licensed medical care in an assigned outpatient clinical setting.
• Performs clerical functions associated with the operations of a clinical office as necessary.

Skills

Medical terminology

Customer service

English communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate of Competency

Tools

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

UCI Health in Orange County seeks a Medical Assistant to work with a physician in patient rooms performing non-licensed clinical care in an outpatient setting. The role also handles clerical tasks to support office operations.

We value strong English communication, adaptability to a changing environment, and a patient-centered approach. A Medical Assistant Diploma or recognized credential is required, with preferred phlebotomy certification and ambulatory care experience.