Ambulatory Medical Assistant — Per Diem, Travel

UCLA Health; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a per diem Medical Assistant to support patients across 25+ specialties, including Primary Care, Pediatrics, and surgical practices. You will provide patient care and clinical support across multiple ambulatory clinics within UCLA Health's network.

The role requires flexibility to travel to community clinics across Southern California, with two weekday shifts and one weekend per month availability. Training will occur, and assignments are subject to operational needs.

Qualifications

• Medical assistant diploma or certificate from an accredited program or national MA certification.
• Active CPR/BLS certification required.
• Ability to take vital signs, venipuncture, injections, administer medications and obtain refills.
• Proficient in computerized patient care systems and Windows OS.
• Flexibility to travel to multiple UCLA Health ambulatory sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and clinical support across multiple ambulatory clinics.
• Support clinic operations and coverage across practices based on staffing needs.
• Adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Vital signs

Venipuncture/injections

Medical office software

EHR proficiency

Flexibility to travel between sites

Education

Medical assistant diploma or certificate (accredited) OR national certification

Tools

Windows OS

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

UCLA Health is seeking a per diem Medical Assistant to support patients across 25+ specialties, including Primary Care, Pediatrics, and surgical practices. You will provide patient care and clinical support across multiple ambulatory clinics within UCLA Health's network.

The role requires flexibility to travel to community clinics across Southern California, with two weekday shifts and one weekend per month availability. Training will occur, and assignments are subject to operational needs.