Medical Assistant

Neurosurgery - Adult Specialties

Full Time

82705BR

Job Summary

Within the Department of Neurological Surgery, the Brain and Spinal Injury Center (BASIC) is a large clinical and research division with over 30 physicians, nurses, research faculty, staff and trainees at the ZSFGH campus. Many colleagues from other departments, other universities throughout the US and other countries form an added active pool of investigators and staff with whom we collaborate.

Under supervision of the Manager, guided by policies and procedures of Ambulatory Services, the Medical Assistant III, will actively participate on a multidisciplinary quality improvement team to improve the health of targeted patients with chronic illness across UCSF Medical Center practices The role of the Medical Assistant is to assist the care team by coordinating care for patients on and off the daily schedule. The Medical Assistant will act as a primary conduit for the transmission of information between providers and patients and coordinate services for all patients who are part of the assigned panel, especially those with serious, complex or chronic health problems. The Medical Assistant will provide advocacy, information and referral services to patients and families to address their medical and psychosocial needs.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $32.86 - $41.01 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications

* Certification from an approved Medical Assistant program, with certification in phlebotomy where applicable.
* Two years of experience as a Medical Assistant / Hospital Assistant in a medical practice.
* Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
* Current American Heart Association CPR Certification
* Demonstrated computer familiarity, keyboard skills, computer literate in programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel required.
* Willingness to learn new computer programs as needed to sustain practice operations.
* Ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultures and diverse socioeconomic situations.
* High School graduation and three years of appropriate experience, including one year of supervisory experience where applicable; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Epic
• Familiarity with the California Immunization Registry (CAIR)
• Familiarity with Immunizations and childhood vaccines
• Demonstrated fluency in Spanish or Chinese language: speaking, reading and writing
• Internal Medicine, Geriatric or Family Medicine experience
• Familiarity and/or prior experience using a disease registry to track a population of patients
• Experience collecting, and entering data, identifying errors and missing information, and performing basic analysis
• Experience working with the public, preferably in a medical/hospital/clinic environment

License/Certification

* Current American Heart Association CPR Certification

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009251 HOSP BLANK AST 3

Job Category

Administrative Support

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday