Medical Assistant 2

Overview :

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 .

UCI Health dermatologists are leaders in the treatment of all conditions and diseases affecting the skin, nails and hair.

We provide expert care to adults and children for everything from acne and alopecia to psoriasis and skin cancer.

Our board-certified dermatologists routinely see Orange County's most challenging and complex cases. Because we are part of Orange County's only university health system, our specialists also are rigorously researching new approaches to dermatology, including clinical trials to test new therapies.

Our experts also provide laser treatments for skin conditions that include vascular birthmarks and malformations, acne, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancers at the world-renowned Beckman Laser Institute & Medical Clinic and UCI Health Dermatology Center in Irvine.

We offer expert surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic treatments, including skin augmentation, photo-rejuvenation, chemical peels, cryolipolysis and hair restoration and we are the only practice in Orange County to offer the complete range of photo therapy services under the supervision of board-certified dermatologists.

This highly effective and convenient treatment option is available for a broad range of skin conditions.

Responsibilities :

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.

Qualifications : Required :

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.

Experience with HIPAA 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.

Completion of a certified Medical Assistant program.

Basic Life Support Certified through the American Heart Association.

Demonstrated some experience working as a medical assistant in an outpatient / ambulatory setting.

Preferred : Bilingual speaker.

Bilingual speaker.

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 and .

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

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

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 -

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 : .

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : .

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 (phone number removed) or [email protected].