Temporary Medical Assistant Positions

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking Temporary Full-Time Medical Assistants to join our clinical teams across multiple sites including Campus and Medical Center locations. The role involves rooming patients, taking vital signs, and assisting with procedures under supervision.

Data entry into the medical records system and patient support are essential daily tasks. Required are a Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the AHA, along with HIPAA knowledge and English

Qualifications

• HIPAA knowledge and privacy procedures.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions in English.
• Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma held by candidate.
• BLS certification from the AHA.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with other clinical staff and doctors.
• Rooming patients and checking vital signs.
• Performing data entry into a medical records system.
• Assisting doctors and nurses with procedures.
• Blood draws, EKGs, and Vaccine administration.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. This recruitment is for Temporary Full-Time Medical Assistant positions through UCI's internal temporary staffing department.

Positions Can Be Located At

• UC Irvine - Campus
• UC Irvine Medical Center - Orange
• Costa Mesa
• Laguna Hills
• Newport Beach
• Santa Ana
• Anaheim
• Tustin
• Yorba Linda/Placentia
• Lakewood
• Los Alamitos

Your Role on the Team

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Working closely with other clinical staff and doctors.
• Rooming patients and checking vital signs.
• Performing data entry into a medical records system.
• Assisting doctors and nurses with procedures.
• Blood draws, EKGs, and Vaccine administration.

Required

What It Takes to be Successful

• General Knowledge of HIPAA.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, including medical terminology.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the AHA.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits. Pay Rate: $26.71/hour

Conditions Of Employment

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional 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; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT

This is a temporary employment recruitment reporting to the UCI Temporary Employment Services (TES) Department. Interviewing and hiring is based on internal hiring needs and how well the candidate's experience matches the assignment requirements. Certain temporary assignments may require clearance of a health physical or require a valid California Driver’s License for driving university vehicles. The majority of our temporary positions are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. We also have occasional part-time, weekend, and evening hours available, depending on the assignment. Comprehensive benefits options are also available for temporary employees, including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Please note that we recruit for this position on an ongoing basis to build a talent pool of potential candidates. When a position becomes available, we will review applicants at that time. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

PARKING INFORMATION

All visitors, staff, and students are required to purchase parking permits to park on UCI property. If you plan to commute to work via your personal vehicle, I encourage you to review the parking requirements of your work location and parking rates on the UC Irvine Parking and Transportation website.

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization