Medical Assistant - Per Diem - Neurology - 141919

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in San Diego, CA seeks a Medical Assistant under supervision of the clinic staff to perform patient care duties and support scheduling, billing, and environmental care in a fast-paced ambulatory clinic.

Requires CMA or MA training completion, BART/BLS within six months, and two years of MA experience. EPIC and Cadence experience preferred; strong teamwork and empathy essential.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR certificate of completion of an MA training program.
• BART or BLS at hire with commitment to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum two years of MA experience in ambulatory care.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, body mechanics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with empathy and professionalism.
• Strong computer literacy and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments and manage scheduling screens.
• Handle accurate billing and patient system workflows.
• Perform environmental care functions and manage supplies/equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of medical terminology and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with clinic staff to monitor patient flow and prioritize demands.

Skills

Scheduling

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Education

CMA or MA training program

Tools

EPIC

Cadence

EPIC InBasket

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Under direct supervision of the clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs work which requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations The Joint Commission (TJC).

These duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling of patient appointments and associated patient system screens; accurate billing; environmental care functions; equipment/supply management; and cleaning/disinfecting the environment.

Requires knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

• Minimum Two (2) years of experience as a MA in an ambulatory medical practice.

• Requires knowledge of medical terminology, on-line scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.

• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.

• Possess the personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment and accountability.

• Strong computer literacy.

• Strong ability to take initiative, prioritize demands and work in a team environment.

• Experience in a fast-paced, multi-specialty clinic

• Scheduling experience.

• Proven knowledge of the patient flow process in order to efficiently monitor appointments, patients and available physicians.

• Ability to work as a team member.

• Ability to be flexible with varying demands in a small specialty clinic.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Five (5) years of recent experienced as an MA.
• Medication prior authorization experience.
• Experience with EPIC and Cadence module.
• Experience managing EPIC InBasket.
• Experience working with vulnerable patient populations

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: $64,206 - $64,206 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $30.75 - $30.75

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).