Medical Assistant - Vascular & Edovascular - 141401

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for the Vascular & Edovascular clinic at Hillcrest. The specialist will support providers, handle patient scheduling and billing, prepare sterile setups, and help maintain a safe clinical environment.

The role requires CMA or MA training, BART/BLS at hire with 6-month completion target, and strong teamwork skills. Hours are days, Monday–Friday, with a 80% appointment percentage.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• BART or BLS at hire with commitment to obtain within 6 months.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and body mechanics.
• Experience taking initiative and prioritizing in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments and manage related workflows.
• Assist providers during procedures and help maintain sterile fields.

Skills

CMA or MA certificate

BART or BLS

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Education

CMA training program completion

Tools

EPIC

Cadence

Job description

Payroll Title

MED AST 2

Department

HC VASCULAR

Hiring Pay Scale

$26.85 - $35.45 / Hour

Worksite

Hillcrest

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

80%

Union

EX Contract

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

#141401 Medical Assistant - Vascular & Edovascular

Filing Deadline

Tue 10/27/2026

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.

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 includes 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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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!

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• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
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