Medical Assistant — Ventura Ambulatory Care (Day Shift)

UCLA Health; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Ventura, CA seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians in the Specialty Care Clinic. You will work under supervision to provide patient care in an ambulatory setting and help ensure smooth clinic operations.

Requirements include a medical assistant diploma or certificate, national certification, CPR, injection and venipuncture training, and proficiency with computerized systems. The role combines clinical duties with front- and back-office tasks in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Medical assistant diploma or certificate required.
• National certification for medical assistant issued by CMA/NCCT/AMT required.
• Program completion with injections, venipuncture, and related training within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life-threatening medical problems.
• Ability to administer CPR and medications as directed.
• Experience with computerized patient care systems and medical terminology.
• Interpersonal and verbal skills for patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners in ambulatory care settings.
• Perform basic administrative, clerical, and clinical tasks.
• Support during life-threatening emergencies and maintain patient flow.
• Utilize computerized patient care systems to update records.
• Help with front- and back-office duties to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

CPR

Venipuncture

EKG

Medication administration

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Computerized systems

Flexibility

Education

MA diploma/cert

National cert CMA/NCCT/AMT

Injection training within 6 months

Job description

UCLA Health in Ventura, CA seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians in the Specialty Care Clinic. You will work under supervision to provide patient care in an ambulatory setting and help ensure smooth clinic operations.

Requirements include a medical assistant diploma or certificate, national certification, CPR, injection and venipuncture training, and proficiency with computerized systems. The role combines clinical duties with front- and back-office tasks in a collaborative environment.