Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Triton Pavilion - 141856

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Diego is hiring a Medical Assistant for the Triton Pavilion in La Jolla. The role supports patient care and clinic operations within a fast-paced primary care setting, reporting to the Clinic Manager and supervising staff.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, vital signs, venipuncture, scheduling, EHR navigation, and ensuring infection control. CMA or accredited program completion is required, with BART/BLS at hire and ongoing professional growth encouraged.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification or equivalent training.
• BART or BLS certification at hire, with plan to obtain BART within six months.
• Minimum one year of medical assistant experience in primary care.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vital signs, and assist with procedures.
• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection.
• Manage patient flow and support efficient clinic operations.
• Schedule appointments and navigate electronic health records.
• Maintain exam rooms, stock supplies, and ensure infection control.
• Support providers with in-basket tasks and patient communications.

Skills

Venipuncture

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

BART or BLS certification

1 year medical assistant experience

Tools

Epic (Cadence)

Job description

Payroll Title: MED AST 2

Department: CommUnity Care Triton HW

Hiring Pay Scale: $26.85 - $35.45 / Hour

Worksite: La Jolla

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: EX Contract

Total Openings: 2

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

Filing Deadline: Wed 10/28/2026

#141856 Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Triton Pavilion

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/19/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

About Our Clinic

Triton Health and Wellness Primary Care is new location on the UCSD campus dedicated to serving our UCSD team members onsite. Our team is made up of diverse, dedicated professionals who support one another and take pride in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients.

Why Join Our Team?

• Supportive, team-oriented environment with strong leadership presence
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced providers in both Primary Care and Express Care
• Clinic closed daily from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM for lunch
• Fast-paced, engaging work with opportunities to grow your clinical skills
• A culture that values kindness, collaboration, and continuous improvement

DESCRIPTION

Under the direct supervision of the Clinic Manager and general supervision of providers and licensed nursing staff, the Medical Assistant supports patient care delivery in accordance with California state regulations and The Joint Commission (TJC) standards.

This role includes both clinical and administrative responsibilities, such as:

• Rooming patients, taking vital signs, and assisting with procedures
• Performing venipuncture and specimen collection
• Managing patient flow and supporting efficient clinic operations
• Scheduling appointments and navigating electronic health records
• Maintaining exam rooms, stocking supplies, and ensuring infection control standards
• Supporting providers with in-basket tasks and patient communication

This position requires strong initiative, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• Current BART certification, or BLS certification at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months of hire date.
• Minimum one (1) year of medical assistant experience in a fast-paced Primary Care or Family Medicine setting.
• Proficiency in venipuncture/blood draws.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, universal precautions, and proper body mechanics.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years of medical assistant experience.
• Experience assisting with procedures (e.g., splinting, injections, wound care).
• Experience with Epic (Cadence module preferred).
• Familiarity with UCSD workflows (FLOW process).
• Venipuncture certification.

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).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

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!

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace