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JOB SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Orthopaedic Institute Practice Supervisor and Manager, guided by policies and procedures of the Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with the clinical staff and the physician leadership, the Hospital Assistant 2 assists in the delivery of care to patients in an ambulatory multi-specialty group practice. Work includes a variety of personal care and nursing procedures including assuring positive care outcomes. They will perform assigned patient care and laboratory procedures in support of the primary and specialty care services provided to patients within the practice. They are required to adhere to the Telephone and House Standards as adopted by the Medical Center. Exemplary customer service is essential. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to Practice Supervisor/Manager. DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS LIVING PRIDE STANDARDS
Service Excellence
* Demonstrates service excellence by following the Everyday PRIDE Guide with the UCSF Medical Center standards and expectations for communication and behavior. These standards and expectations convey specific behavior associated with the Medical Center's values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence, and provide guidance on how we communicate with patients, visitors, faculty, staff, and students, virtually everyone, every day and with every encounter. These standards include, but are not limited to: personal appearance, acknowledging and greeting all patients and families, introductions using AIDET, managing up, service recovery, managing delays and expectations, phone standards, electronic communication, team work, cultural sensitivity and competency.
* Uses effective communication skills with patients and staff; demonstrates proper telephone techniques and etiquette; acts as an escort to any patient or family member needing directions; shows sensitivity to differences of culture; demonstrates a positive and supportive manner in which patients / families/ colleagues perceive interactions as positive and supportive. Exhibits team work skills to positively acknowledge and recognize other colleagues, and uses personal experiences to model and teach Living PRIDE standards.
* Exhibits tact and professionalism in difficult situations according to PRIDE Values and Practices
* Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information.
* Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to safety and infection control policies and procedures.
* Assumes accountability for improving quality metrics associated with department/unit and meeting organizational/departmental targets.
Work Environment
* Keeps working areas neat, orderly and clutter-free, including the hallways. Adheres to cleaning processes and puts things back where they belong. Removes and reports broken equipment and furniture.
* Picks up and disposes of any litter found throughout entire facility.
* Posts flyers and posters in designated areas only; does not post on walls, doors or windows.
* Knows where the Environment of Care Manual is kept in department; corrects or reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate departments.
* Protects the physical environment and equipment from damage and theft.
OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
* Ability to work in busy, team-oriented environment.
* Excellent interpersonal/communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse professional and patient population.
* Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
* Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
* Willingness to learn new task.
* Ability to organize and effectively set priorities.
* Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to the responsibilities of the job.
* High School Diploma or GED certificate.
* Prior experience in medical office environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
* Medical terminology
* Graduated from an accredited Medical Assisting program
* Cast Technician experience. If not, will provide formal training, if skill is needed.
* Certified Medical Assistant REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
n/a POPULATIONS SERVED
Child
Adolescent
Adult
Geriatric
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
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 here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
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.
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
* This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
* Ability to work in busy, team-oriented environment.
* Excellent interpersonal/communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse professional and patient population.
* Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
* Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
* Willingness to learn new task.
* Ability to organize and effectively set priorities.
* Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to the responsibilities of the job.
* High School Diploma or GED certificate.
* Prior experience in medical office environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
* Medical terminology
* Graduated from an accredited Medical Assisting program
* Cast Technician experience. If not, will provide formal training, if skill is needed.
* Certified Medical Assistant REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
n/a POPULATIONS SERVED
Child
Adolescent
Adult
Geriatric
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Aug 24, 2026