Medical Assistant 3

University of California, San Francisco; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our primary care team. You will interact with patients, take vital signs, collect specimens, and provide administrative support to keep a busy family practice running smoothly.

The ideal candidate holds a Medical Assistant certification or equivalent, CPT-1, and CPR, with at least one year of practice experience. Familiarity with Epic EHR and immunization knowledge are preferred, and Spanish or Chinese

Qualifications

• Certification from an approved Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT-1) certification.
• Current American Heart Association CPR certification.
• One year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical practice, preferably in family practice or primary care.
• Familiarity with Epic (APeX) electronic health record system is preferred.
• Knowledge of immunizations, including cycles and standard recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients and collect vital signs.
• Collect specimens and assist with clinical tasks.
• Provide administrative support to the front and back office.

Skills

Patient interaction

Data entry/analysis

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competency

Spanish/Chinese language (asset)

Education

Medical Assistant certification or equivalent experience

CPT-1 certification

CPR certification (American Heart Association)

Tools

Epic (APeX) EHR

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our dynamic primary care team. This role is integral to the smooth operation of our busy family practice, where you will work alongside healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks, from patient interaction and vital sign collection to specimen collection and administrative support.

Qualifications

• Certification from an approved Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT-1) certification.
• Current American Heart Association CPR certification.
• One year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical practice, preferably in family practice or primary care.
• Familiarity with Epic (APeX) electronic health record system is preferred.
• Knowledge of immunizations, including cycles and standard recommendations.
• Experience working with the public in a medical or healthcare setting.
• Fluency in Spanish or Chinese (speaking, reading, and writing) is an asset.
• Ability to collect, enter, and analyze data accurately.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural competency in diverse patient interactions.

About Us

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html