Medical Assistant II - Faculty Practice Pulmonary - 132490

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers • San Diego, CA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 17h ago

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/21/2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 10/30/2024. Eligible Special Selection 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 the business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations of The Joint Commission (TJC).

These duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling of patient appointments and associated patient system screens; chart preparation; accurate billing; obtain prior authorization for medications; DME follow-up; managing in-basket message; environmental care functions; equipment/supply management; and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Other related duties as assigned.

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.
Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Experience scheduling patient appointments, chart preparation and managing in-basket messages.
Demonstrated knowledge of prior authorization for medications and DME follow-up.
Demonstrated knowledge of Medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize demands and work in a team environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with EPIC and Cadence module.
Bilingual (English/Spanish).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Employee may be asked to float to other sites within Pulmonary and Sleep departments.
Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs and be able to work overtime as required.
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).

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