Medical Assistant

Job Summary

Medical Assistants provide non-licensed medical support to medical care providers in an outpatient setting. Incumbents room patients; set up equipment and instruments; independently perform, and/or assist providers with performing, exams and procedures, including administering injections; with proper provider authorization, provide instructions, training and advice to patients; call in prescriptions; clean and calibrate equipment; clean and stock exam rooms; and provide proper documentation in patient chart. Incumbents may also provide front office services on a routine or back-up basis.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• To administer injections, must have written evidence of validation for training and competency in medication administration by injection and skin testing.
• Must have Certificate of Completion from a Medical Assistant training program.
• Minimum of two (2) years Medical Assistant experience.
• Ability to utilize relevant medical terminology.
• Ability to effectively communicate and provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to excellence in patient care.
• Ability to demonstrate accountability and professionalism.
• Ability to support performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Basic understanding of technology as it pertains to federal regulations to patient privacy.
• Ability to support unit leadership with additional tasks as assigned.
• Ability to stay organized and complete job duties.
• Ability to anticipate unit needs and independently follow through to ensure they are thoroughly met.
• Ability to interact and maintain communications with multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years work experience as an MA within the last 5 years.
• Knowledge and ability to support wound care treatments, maintain sterile technique, and autoclaving of surgical instruments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Patient Care
• 10% - Documentation and Record Keeping
• 5% - Coordinating Medical Care
• 5% - Computer System Operations
• 5% - Department/Clinic Coordination
• 5% - Specialized Clinic/Department Support

Department Overview

The Vascular Center is a multidisciplinary clinic environment that cares for a myriad of patients with vascular disease and associated complications. Specialties supported in the Vascular Center Clinic are vascular surgery, interventional radiology, vascular medicine, wound care, and vein procedures performed in the clinic.

Department Specific Job Scope

This position supports both the Vascular Center Clinic and the Advanced Wound Care Clinic.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $28.15-$34.94
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 183
• UC Job Title: MED AST 2
• UC Job Code: 008994
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: 8 hour day shifts
• Location: Ellison Ambulatory Care Center (HSP098) – Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014.
• Must be willing to work variable days (including weekends), hours and locations as required.

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy
• Must pass UCDH Pharmacology exam for considerations

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: The final candidate who accepts a conditional offer 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.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges. We recognize that creating an inclusive 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.