Medical Assistant – Flexible Hours with Telecommute Options

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 qualified Medical Assistant to join the Student Health Services team. You will greet patients, verify eligibility, record vital signs, prepare exam rooms, schedule referrals, and support clinicians with basic procedures in a fast-paced clinic.

This role requires MA certification, current BLS, proficiency with EPIC, accurate data entry, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach within UCSD Health’s standards.

Qualifications

• MA certification required.
• Current BLS.
• Proficiency with basic medical procedures and instrument handling.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and equipment.
• Accurate patient data documentation.
• Sterile technique and infection prevention.
• Understanding of body substance isolation.
• Health education for patients on labs and procedures.
• Clear English communication, both in person and by phone.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing tasks.
• Team-oriented with reliable coordination and prioritization.
• Computer scheduling, data entry and telephone skills.
• Medical records management knowledge.
• Follow directions and work as a team member.
• Cultural competence and privacy compliance (HIPAA/FERPA).
• MS Office proficiency and training compliance.
• Adhere to UCSD Standards of Professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients in a multi-physician clinic.
• Verify eligibility, check-in and guide access to services.
• Measure vital signs, prepare charting and rooming.
• Schedule appointments, arrange referrals and inform test results.
• Assist clinicians with procedures and injections as needed.
• Record data, stock areas and sterilize instruments.
• Support campus operations as required.

Skills

MA certification

BLS certification

Vital signs

Injections

ECG

Sterilization

PPD skin tests

Medical terminology

Medical records

Sterile technique

BSI training

Patient education

Communication

HIPAA compliance

FERPA compliance

MS Office

Training compliance

Professionalism

Education

Tools

EPIC

Scheduling software

MS Office

Job description

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to join the Student Health Services team. You will greet patients, verify eligibility, record vital signs, prepare exam rooms, schedule referrals, and support clinicians with basic procedures in a fast-paced clinic.

This role requires MA certification, current BLS, proficiency with EPIC, accurate data entry, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach within UCSD Health’s standards.