Medical Assistant II

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.

The Department of Dermatology at UCI School of Medicine is committed to advancing education, research and clinical care to help people with diverse dermatological conditions. Our clinical practice in Irvine is a state-of-the-art space where our trainees learn from faculty who provide expert care, including the full range of medical dermatology, Mohs and excisional surgery, cosmetic procedures and a wide range of energy-based devices. We also have multiple noninvasive imaging options, providing light-based imaging and energy-based therapeutics rarely available in any other academic or private practice.

The Medical Assistant assists physicians with patient examination, procedures, and treatment. This position supports high volume for specialty providers. Responsible for patient histories; routine lab procedures; and preparation of specimens for transport to the lab. Accurately and efficiently completes EMR intake. Follows up on test orders and reports results to the physician and patient; provides and maintains patient education materials; maintains medical equipment; inventories clinical and drug supplies. Complies with assigned collateral duties. Will obtain clinical, financial, and demographic information. Sends outside reports/records/consents for scanning. Will handle patient scheduling, registration and preparation, clinical coordination including clinic and surgeries, medication administration, performance of simple procedures, specimen collection, patient discharge, patient health care needs, following Universal Precautions, participates in the patient flow process. Responsible for answering all EPIC messages, prescription refills, patient appeals, heavy phone volume and performs other duties as assigned.

Required:

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and to interact on sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups at different levels including hospital, university, and community, and patients; excellent interpersonal skills.
• High level of customer service at all times.
• Organizational skills to establish workload priorities to facilitate multiple functions and deadlines in a timely manner.
• HIPAA compliant and knowledge of Join commission standards including Federal and State regulations.
• Must be a team player, able to work independently and collaboratively with all the clinic staff.
• Certified Medical Assistant
• Basic Life Support Certified through the American Heart Association
• 1-3 years xperience working as a medical assistant in an outpatient / ambulatory setting.

Preferred:

• Bilingual
• Procedural and dermatology experience
• Flexibility to work variable shifts, including weekends or holidays.
• Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms.
• CPT-I phlebotomy certification

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.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following 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.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

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

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine 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, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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 (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.