Medical Assistant - Vascular & Edovascular - 141401

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to perform a range of patient care duties under supervision, including scheduling, billing, sterile processing, and assisting during procedures. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, scheduling systems, universal precautions, and safe body mechanics.

Qualifications include CMA or MA program certificate and BART/BLS with commitment to obtain BART within six months.

Qualifications

• CMA or completion certificate in a Medical Assistant program.
• BART or BLS at hire; must obtain within 6 months.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper body mechanics.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize demands and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments and manage associated patient workflows.
• Ensure accurate billing and manage equipment, supplies and sterile environments.
• Prepare sterile fields and assist providers during procedures to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, safe clinical environment and proper body mechanics.

Skills

Medical terminology

Online scheduling

Universal precautions

Body mechanics

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

CMA certification

Medical Assistant training program certificate

Tools

EPIC

Cadence scheduling

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 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).