Medical Assistant - Vascular & Edovascular - 141401

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical operations under supervision. You will schedule patient appointments, manage workflows, assist providers, and help maintain sterile environments.

Qualifications include CMA or MA training, BART or BLS, knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, and teamwork. The role requires initiative and safe patient handling across clinic locations in San Diego.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or completion of MA training program.
• BART or BLS certification at time of hire with plan to obtain within six months.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and body mechanics.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments and manage related workflows.
• Assist providers during procedures to ensure efficiency and sterile technique.
• Maintain accurate billing and keep the clinical environment clean.
• Prepare sterile fields and manage equipment and supplies.

Education

CMA or MA certificate

BART or BLS

Tools

EPIC

Cadence scheduling

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/17/26 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.

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 include, but are not limited to: scheduling patient appointments and managing associated patient system workflows; ensuring accurate billing; performing environmental care functions; managing equipment and supplies; preparing and maintaining sterile fields and procedural setups; and cleaning/disinfecting the clinical environment. The role also includes assisting providers during procedures to ensure efficiency, safety, and adherence to sterile technique.

This position requires knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling systems, universal precautions, sterile processing and setup, and proper body mechanics. It also requires initiative, strong prioritization skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

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.

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

• Proven ability to take initiatives, prioritize demands and work in a team environment.Previous relevant experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• UCSD system knowledge.
• Knowledge of EPIC computer systems.
• Experience with Cadence scheduling system.

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).