Medical Assistant II - Urology - 134421

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers
United States, California, San Diego
Feb 24, 2025
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 2/6/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 3/10/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. DESCRIPTION Under direct supervision of the Urology nurse manager, Urology nurse supervisor and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs administrative tasks 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 also include but are not limited to: All aspects of back office medical assistant duties which include but are not limited to equipment management, environmental care functions, cleaning/disinfecting the environment, vital screening, medication review, documentation assistance for the providers, appointment scheduling, patient check-in, authorizations, accurate billing, payment processing, and supply and forms management. This position requires knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics. This position requires initiative, ability to prioritize demands and ability to work in a team environment, teamwork and a positive attitude. This role also requires qualification to operate scope processor, instrument handling for sterile processing, uroflow, bladder scanner, EKG and other back office medical assistant equipment. 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. Two (2) years or more of Medical Assistant experience. Proven knowledge and training in patient care, environmental care functions, equipment/supplymanagement and cleaning / disinfecting the environment. Proven knowledge of online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Strong ability to take initiative, prioritize demands, and work in a team environment. Must have excellent communication skills. Previous experience as a medical scribe or providing EMR documentation assistance for a Provider Strong computer literacy. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Phlebotomy certified. Medical terminology training or certification. Prior Medical Assistant experience in a large, complex healthcare system. Recent experience in a urology ambulatory care setting with a high procedural volume. Experience with EPIC EMR and UCSD Purchasing and Supply systems or relevant systems.Computer literacy. Previous experience as a medical scribe or providing EMR documentation assistance for a Provider. Previous back office experience. 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: $50,321 - $62,640 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $24.10 - $30.00 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).