Medical Assistant/Admit Worker - Digestive Health Institute Irvine - P/T Days

Position Summary

Incumbent performs non-licensed medical care in an assigned outpatient clinical setting. Performs clerical functions associated with the operations of a clinical office as necessary.

About the Role

Incumbent performs non-licensed medical care in an assigned outpatient clinical setting. Performs clerical functions associated with the operations of a clinical office as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient registration and check-in
• Administers medications as directed by a physician
• Collects and processes laboratory specimens
• Provides patient education and counseling
• Performs basic diagnostic tests and procedures
• Handles correspondence and scheduling appointments
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA regulations

Requirements

• Understanding of medical terminology
• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• BLS certification upon hire
• Ability to work well in a constantly changing environment
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships across the Health System
• Communicates effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate of Competency / Recognition in Medical Assisting
• Clinical / Back Office
• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting
• Phlebotomy certification
• Outpatient experience
• Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
• Flexibility to work variable shifts, including occasional weekends or holidays
• Bilingual skill in Spanish or Vietnamese or Chinese

Skills

• Understanding of medical terminology
• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• BLS certification upon hire
• Ability to work well in a constantly changing environment
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships across the Health System
• Communicates effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds

Benefits

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

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment 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; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Total Rewards

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

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment 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; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Details of Each Policy

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

Closing Statement

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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. 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.