BMT Transplant Program Medical Assistant 2

UC Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Cancer Center outpatient clinic. The role involves rooming patients, preparing equipment, assisting with exams and procedures (including injections), and providing patient instructions with provider authorization.

Front office duties may be required, and travel to clinic locations may be needed. Responsibilities include front office support, leading a group of medical assistants, and ensuring accurate documentation in patient charts while

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years Medical Assistant experience.
• AHA or Red Cross BLS, or UC Davis Health CPR.
• Certificate of Completion from a Medical Assistant training program.
• Ability to pass the safe to practice pharmacology exam.
• Ability to utilize relevant medical terminology.
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide excellent customer service.
• Commitment to patient care as prescribed by relationship-based care practices.
• Accountability and professionalism.
• Support performance improvement and evidence-based practice within scope.
• Basic understanding of technology as it relates to patient privacy.
• Ability to support unit leadership with additional tasks.
• Stay organized and complete job duties.
• Anticipate unit needs and follow through.
• Interact with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• 70% - Patient care.
• 10% - Documentation and record keeping.
• 5% - Coordinating medical care.
• 5% - Computer system operations.
• 5% - Department/clinic coordination.
• 5% - Specialized clinic/department support.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

MA training program certificate

Tools

EPIC/EMR

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

Medical Assistants provide non-licensed medical support to medical care providers in an outpatient setting. Incumbents room patents; set up equipment and instruments; independently perform, and/or assist providers with performing, exams and procedures, including administering injections; with proper provider authorization, provide instructions, training and advice to patients; call in prescriptions; clean and calibrate equipment; clean and stock exam rooms; and provide proper documentation in patient chart. Incumbents may also provide front office services on a routine or back-up basis.

Job Summary

Positions at this level provide the full range of duties described above. Incumbents may also have the following duties:

• Provide one or more front office services on a regular basis and routine and/or
• Serve as lead to a group of medical assistants

Must travel to clinic locations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Minimum of two (2) years Medical Assistant experience.
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Must have Certificate of Completion from a Medical Assistant training program.
• Ability to pass the safe to practice pharmacology exam.
• Ability to utilize relevant medical terminology.
• Ability to effectively communicate and provide excellent customer service to the target audience.
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to excellence in patient care as prescribed by relationship-based care practices.
• Ability to demonstrate accountability and professionalism.
• Ability to support performance improvement and evidence-based practice within the scope of practice.
• Basic understanding of technology as it pertains to federal regulations to patient privacy.
• Ability to support unit leadership with additional task as assigned.
• Ability to stay organized and complete job duties.
• Ability to anticipate unit needs and independently follow through to ensure they are thoroughly met.
• Ability to interact and maintain communications with multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using electronic medical records system.
• Oncology experience
• EPIC/EMR experience
• Experience with Clinical procedures and processing of instruments
• Experience in customer service and answering telephone calls
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge and experience with computer programs including Excel, Word and Outlook

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Patient Care
• 10% - Documentation and Record Keeping
• 5% - Coordinating Medical Care
• 5% - Computer System Operations
• 5% - Department/Clinic Coordination
• 5% - Specialized Clinic/Department Support

Department Overview

The Cancer Center Clinics at UC Davis Health Comprehensive Cancer Center provides care to the adult patient population for various conditions including benign and malignant hematologic, and solid tumor diagnoses with a variety of subspecialties. Subspecialties include Hematology and Medical Oncology, Gynecology Oncology, Pulmonary Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Thoracic Oncology, Urology and Clinical Trials. Multidisciplinary teams work collaboratively to formulate comprehensive care plans along the patients' entire treatment journey beginning from diagnosis through survivorship.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $$31.35 - $38.91
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 183
• UC Job Title: MED AST 2
• UC Job Code: 008994
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): 0800-1700
• Location: Cancer Center (HSP093)
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands