Medical Assistant: Front & Back Office Support

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health’s Santa Barbara Primary & Specialty Care Clinic seeks a Medical Assistant to work under physician supervision, performing patient care in an ambulatory setting and supporting basic administrative tasks. The role involves recognizing normal and abnormal signs, assisting in emergencies, and coordinating with care teams to ensure smooth patient flow.

Applicants should hold an accredited medical assistant diploma/certificate; National certification (CMA/NCCT/AMT) or completion of UCLA

Qualifications

• Medical assistant diploma or certificate from an accredited program.
• National certification for medical assistant (CMA/NCCT or AMT) or equivalent.
• Completion of UCLA Health Ambulatory Nursing Medical Assistant Bridge Program with supervision within 6 months of hire.

Skills

CPR

Medication administration

Venipuncture

Vital signs

EKG

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Task organization

Scheduling referrals

OSHA safety

Education

Medical assistant diploma or certificate

National certification for medical assistants (CMA/NCCT/AMT)

Ambulatory Nursing Medical Assistant Bridge Program completion

Job description

UCLA Health’s Santa Barbara Primary & Specialty Care Clinic seeks a Medical Assistant to work under physician supervision, performing patient care in an ambulatory setting and supporting basic administrative tasks. The role involves recognizing normal and abnormal signs, assisting in emergencies, and coordinating with care teams to ensure smooth patient flow.

Applicants should hold an accredited medical assistant diploma/certificate; National certification (CMA/NCCT/AMT) or completion of UCLA