Medical Assistant

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.

As a top-ranked department within a leading public research university, the UC Irvine Department of Psychiatry & Human Behavior has over 158 faculty, trainees and staff providing exceptional patient care, quality education and advancing mental health through collaborative research and innovation.

Performs and/or assists with various procedures, following infection control procedures. Accurately takes and records vital signs, including temperature, pulse, weight, respiratory rate, and blood pressure and documents appropriately. Prepares patients for exams or procedures. Collects or assists with specimen collection. Completes injections and other tests as directed. Receives and records lab and other test results and when appropriate relays results to MD and/or Patient. Ensures an effective and efficient flow of patients. Effectively prepares patient medical records for clinic visits.

Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients from diverse background
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System.
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.
• Ability to work well in a constantly changing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job.
• Understanding of medical terminology
• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate of Competency
• A minimum of 1 year of experience * Demonstrated experience working in a hospital or medical office setting.

Preferred:

• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish and/or Vietnamese.
• Demonstrated experience working in registration, scheduling and/or authorization process
• Demonstrated knowledge of insurance programs and/or government programs
• Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting
• Experience with EPIC

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
• 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 - 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.