Primary Care Medical Assistant
Temporary Employment Program
Job Summary
Note: We currently have 2 openings for this position available.
Department: Primary Care China Basin
Duration: 3 months approximately
Under the supervision of the UCSF Primary Care Administrative Nurse Manager, the Hospital Assistant III plays a vital role in patient care delivery and clinic operations. This position primarily supports the assigned primary care team and provides backup to other teams. The role involves both front and back-office duties, with responsibilities including patient interaction, clinical procedures, and clerical tasks. The Hospital Assistant III ensures smooth clinic operations, assists in creating a patient-centered environment, and complies with UCSF's service standards. This position may be required to cover multiple UCSF Medical Center primary care clinics.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Functions:
- Perform routine tasks: vital signs, patient history, medication reconciliation, screening, and documentation.
- Administer vaccines under UCSF-approved protocols.
- Assist providers during exams and procedures.
- Participate in daily huddles, instrument sterilization, and patient flow management.
- Perform lab specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and phlebotomy procedures.
Patient Care Coordination:
- Organize patient appointments and ensure effective communication with providers.
- Utilize electronic health records to track patient care, communicate delays, and follow up on missed appointments.
- Maintain patient satisfaction by providing timely and supportive services.
Facility & Supply Management:
- Maintain clean, well-stocked exam rooms and labs.
- Assist with scheduling, insurance authorizations, and maintaining lab equipment.
- Adhere to infection control procedures and assist in quality improvement initiatives.
Clerical Support:
- Schedule appointments, manage phone calls, and screen emergency requests.
- Maintain patient records and manage clerical tasks during absences of other team members.
- Ensure adherence to UCSF's confidentiality and service standards.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
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Department Description
UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or leave, or to temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Frequently temporary employees become successful candidates for career and limited appointment positions.
Required Qualifications
- Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience.
- Relevant Pediatrics experience
- Current American Heart Association CPR certification.
- Willingness to obtain CPT-1 certification within 6 months of hire (may start as Hospital Assistant II until certified).
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience as a Hospital Assistant in a medical practice.
- Experience with Epic electronic medical records.
- CPT-1 certification (California).
License/Certification
- Current American Heart Association CPR Certification
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Code and Payroll Title
009252 HOSP BLANK AST 2
Job Category
Allied Health, Support Services, Temporary Employment
Bargaining Unit
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)
Employee Class
Temporary Employment
Location
San Francisco, CA
