Medical Assistant - Primary & Specialty Care, Porter Ranch

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory patient care, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and assisting during emergencies. You will perform essential administrative, clerical and clinical duties in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires a medical assistant diploma or certificate or national certification, CPR ability, knowledge of injections and venipuncture, and strong patient communication.

Qualifications

• A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows.
• Documentation of completing a medical assistant program from a school accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or national certification CMA/NCCT/AMT.
• Demonstrated training in injections, venipuncture and related procedures, incl. 10 hours of various injections and skin tests.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and assisting during life-threatening emergencies.
• Perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services as needed.

Skills

CPR

Medication administration

Venipuncture

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Emergency support

Education

Medical assistant diploma or certificate

National certification (CMA/NCCT/AMT)

Injection/venipuncture training

Job description

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm

Posted Date

10/13/2026

Salary Range

$31.24 - 41.22 Hourly

Employment Type

Duration

Indefinite

Job #

33535

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

In this position, you will participate in providing patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and providing support during life threatening emergencies. You will perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services as needed.

Salary range: $31.24-$41.22/Hourly

Job Qualifications

Required:

• A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows:
• 1. Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET,CAAHEP or ABHES
• OR
• 2. Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT
• OR
• 3. Documentation of completing a medical assistant programanddemonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injections and performing skin tests; 10 hours of training in venipuncture and skin puncture for the purpose of withdrawing blood; at least 10 of each intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections and 10 skin tests, and/or at least 10 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation.

• Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
• Ability to administer CPR.
• Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
• Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
• Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
• Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.
• Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
• Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
• Skill to accurately perform an EKG.
• Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
• Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
• Ability to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work standards.
• Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
• Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
• Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.
• Knowledge and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such as, but not limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2 saturation levels, skin tag and mole removals, ear lavage, colposcopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies.
• Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.
• Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
• Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
• Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency.
• Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
• Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service.
• Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more

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. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.