Medical Assistant - Dermatology - 141437

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. The role emphasizes accurate clinical workflows, scheduling, and adherence to infection control standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of Medical Assistant experience, CMA or MA training, and will obtain BART or BLS within six months. Strong teamwork and knowledge of Epic scheduling are preferred for efficient daily duties.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of Medical Assistant experience.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months of hire date.
• Knowledge of patient care, environmental care functions, equipment/supply management, and cleaning/disinfecting the environment.
• Knowledge of online scheduling, universal precautions, and body mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Support clinic operations under supervision, ensuring efficient patient flow.
• Maintain environmental cleanliness and infection control per standards.
• Manage equipment and supplies; monitor inventory and restock as needed.
• Assist providers in front/back office tasks as assigned.
• Follow regulations per California business and professions code and Joint Commission standards.

Skills

Medical terminology

Online scheduling

Universal precautions

Body mechanics

Team collaboration

Education

CMA or MA training certificate

Tools

Epic documentation/scheduling

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Under direct supervision of the clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, the Medical Assistant performs work that requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within the business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations of The Joint Commission (TJC). These duties also include, but are not limited to, clinical patient flow functions, environmental care functions, equipment/supply management, and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. This position also requires knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Additionally, the Medical Assistant must demonstrate initiative, the ability to prioritize tasks, and the capacity to work effectively in a team environment. Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years or more of Medical Assistant experience.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Knowledge and training in patient care, environmental care functions, equipment/supplymanagement, and cleaning / disinfecting the environment.
• Knowledge of online scheduling, universal precautions, and body mechanics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent Dermatology experience.
• One (1) year of ambulatory clinic experience.
• Prior experience with Epic documentation/scheduling.
• Medical terminology training or certification.
• Previous back office experience.
• Procedural experience.
• Wound care experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $56,063 - $74,020 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $26.85 - $35.45

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).