Medical Assistant - Per Diem - Surgery - 141912

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in La Jolla is seeking a Medical Assistant - Per Diem to support the Surgery clinic. You will handle patient scheduling, maintain environment and supplies, and assist providers with routine care in an ambulatory setting.

The role requires CMA or MA training, BLS/BART at hire with 6-month certification commitment, EPIC experience, and teamwork to prioritize duties across a 8-hour days, Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• CMA or MA training program certificate required.
• BART or BLS at hire with commitment to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with prior authorization for medications.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, universal precautions and body mechanics.
• Ability to work in a team and prioritize demands.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments and manage related screens in patient systems.
• Maintain environmental care, supplies, and cleaning/disinfection.
• Obtain vital signs and document in the EHR.
• Perform 12-lead EKG and support EPIC workflows.

Skills

Medical terminology

Universal precautions

Body mechanics

Prior authorization

Teamwork

Vital signs

12-lead EKG

EPIC experience

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR MA training program certificate

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Payroll Title: MED AST 2 PD

Department: FACULTY PRACTICE SURGERY

Hiring Pay Scale: $30.75 / Hour

Worksite: La Jolla Ambulatory Clinics

Appointment Type: Per Diem

Appointment Percent: 20%

Union: EX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

#141912 Medical Assistant - Per Diem - Surgery

Filing Deadline: Mon 11/2/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

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).

Duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling of patient appointments and associated patient system screens, 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.
• Experience with prior authorization for Medications.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.
• Require initiative and the ability to prioritize demands.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Obtain Vital Signs and document in EHR
• Performing 12- Lead EKG
• EPIC experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) year Ambulatory Care experience.
• Two (2) years MA experience.
• Procedural experience.
• Scope Tech Experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of FLOW process specific to UCSD community care.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Required to float to other sites based on business needs.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• 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).

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UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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