Medical Assistant 3

UCSF Health; California; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hospital Assistant III at UCSF Health provides clinical care and coordinates services for reproductive health, gynecology, and Andrology in a specialty setting. You will support patient care, assist with lab procedures, and help maintain a safe, efficient practice environment.

Ideal candidates have a Medical Assistant program certificate, CPR, CPT-1 phlebotomy, and at least 1 year of busy healthcare experience, with strong IT and communication skills to liaise with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Certification from an approved Medical Assistant program or equivalent.
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the duties.
• Current American Heart Association CPR Certification.
• Phlebotomy trained with a CPT-1 license.
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in a busy health care environment.
• Familiarity with insurance verification and authorizations.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods and keyboarding.
• Strong computer skills including Word and Excel.
• Ability to handle multiple forms of patient & provider communication (email, fax, phone).
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties and coordination for reproductive techniques and gynecologic treatment.
• Provide patient care and support laboratory procedures within the practice.
• Maintain a safe patient and staff environment and support daily operations.

Skills

CPR Certification

Phlebotomy CPT-1

Insurance verification

Healthcare experience

Computer skills

Education

Medical Assistant program certificate

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Description

The Hospital Assistant III, under the supervision of the Practice Manager, guided by the policies and procedures of the Center for Reproductive Health and Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with the physician staff, has the clinical responsibility for developing and maintaining a high standard of patient care. S/he will perform clinical duties and coordination specific to unassisted and assisted reproductive techniques as well as Andrology and gynecological treatment. Primary responsibility is to perform assigned patient care and laboratory procedures in support of the primary and specialty care services provided to patients within the practice. The HAIII is responsible for maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff, and for daily operations. All components of care will be individualized to meet the patient’s physiological and psychosocial development level and needs. The HAIII consistently projects a professional and courteous demeanor and shall comply with the Medical Center House and Telephone Standards.

Job Description

The Hospital Assistant III, under the supervision of the Practice Manager, guided by the policies and procedures of the Center for Reproductive Health and Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with the physician staff, has the clinical responsibility for developing and maintaining a high standard of patient care. S/he will perform clinical duties and coordination specific to unassisted and assisted reproductive techniques as well as Andrology and gynecological treatment. Primary responsibility is to perform assigned patient care and laboratory procedures in support of the primary and specialty care services provided to patients within the practice. The HAIII is responsible for maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff, and for daily operations. All components of care will be individualized to meet the patient’s physiological and psychosocial development level and needs. The HAIII consistently projects a professional and courteous demeanor and shall comply with the Medical Center House and Telephone Standards.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Certification from an approved Medical Assistant program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Current American Heart Association CPR Certification
• Phlebotomy trained with a CPT-1 license
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience working in a busy health care environment.
• Familiarity with insurance verification and authorizations
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods of time, with no restrictions for keyboarding.
• Strong computer skills, including basic keyboarding skills, and experience and ability to work effectively in Word and Excel.
• Ability to prioritize and work efficiently with multiple forms of patient & provider communication including email, fax and phone system.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong writing skills to include the ability to compose basic office communications.
• Ability to deal sensitively and effectively with patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with team physicians and referring physicians

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Current American Heart Association CPR Certification
• Current California CPT-1 license

About Us

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.

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