What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant 1 (MA) position at UC Davis Health?
Department Description
UC Davis Health is proud to offer a unique combination of personalized care and extraordinary academic medical expertise at our PCN Davis medical office. We offer a full range of patient-centered primary care for both adults and children at this location, with an emphasis on wellness. Davis patients also have periodic on-site access to UC Davis Medical Center specialists in a range of oft-used medical specialties, such as cardiovascular care, dermatology, allergy care, and general surgery. As part of a world-class university and the region's only academic health system, our Davis physicians work to apply the latest knowledge to solve health problems, and can offer access to new therapies and advanced technologies when needed.
Job Summary
Final Filing Date
06/15/2023
Salary Range
$25.97 - $32.27
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hour
08 Hours
Location
UCDMG Davis
City
Davis
Union Representation
Yes
Benefits Eligible
Yes
We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.
THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY
Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant is responsible for sustaining an environment of intrinsic good will for the practice while providing optimum services to patients. The Medical Assistant provides non-licensed medical support to medical care providers as a medical assistant for the department/clinical team for which it is assigned.
The Medical Assistant is supervised by a Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) when administering medications and performing or assisting with procedures. The Medical Assistant works under the direction of a clinic manager (practice manager and/or nurse manager) for administrative purposes, including customer service, professional behavior & development, assignment & scheduling of work, and performance of job functions not requiring supervision by a LIP.
Required Qualifications
- Must have Certificate of Completion from a medical assistant training program.
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification.
- To administer injections, must have written evidence of validation for training and competency in medication administration by injection and skin testing.
- Must pass UCDH Pharmacology verification exams if needed in job.
- Basic knowledge of health care insurance systems as related to required job functions for this position, such as coordinating patient care, including but not limited to, ordering diagnostic and ancillary services, coordinate patient prescriptions, authorizations or referrals, coordinate hospital services, appointing patients, coordinate orders for medical supplies/equipment or as needed for billing documentation.
- Applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum two (2) years of recent MA experience in an ambulatory clinic setting.
Special Requirements
- This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
- The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
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At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve.
We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.
As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 nondiscrimination policy.
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