Medical Assistant II - Gastroenterology - 139300

UC San Diego

San Diego, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$52,847–$65,772 Per Year

SKILLS

Billing, Biomedical Research, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Cancer, Cardiovascular, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Medical Assistant, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Computer Skills, Cross-Functional, Establish Priorities, Gastroenterology, Healthcare, Hospital, Medical Assistance, Medical Record System, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Oncology, Operational Support, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Patient Follow-up, Public Health, Team Player, Time Management, Vaccination, Vendor/Supplier Management

LOCATION

San Diego, CA

POSTED

2 days ago

Other

San Diego, CA 92093, United States

#139300 Medical Assistant II - Gastroenterology Filing Deadline: Wed 4/29/2026 Apply Now
UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 4-20-26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.DESCRIPTIONUnder the direct supervision of the Clinic Manager. This role supports clinic operations and MA Care Assist functions in alignment with the Business and Professions Code of the State of California and Joint Commission standards.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: scheduling patient appointments; managing patient workflows within the electronic health record; supporting accurate billing processes; performing environmental care functions; managing equipment and supplies; and maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment through proper disinfection protocols.This role also supports patient communication and care coordination through Notable and ECC workflows, including assisting with patient outreach, follow-up coordination, and routing of clinical inquiries in accordance with scope and established protocols.The position requires working knowledge of medical terminology, scheduling systems, universal precautions, and proper body mechanics. It also requires strong initiative, the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment, and effective teamwork across multidisciplinary teams. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART w/in 6 months of hire date.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
Two (2) or more years of Medical Assistant experience, preferably in a large healthcare system.
Knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.
Requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment.
Strong computer skills and working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and be able to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.
Knowledge and training in patient care, environmental care functions, equipment/supply management and cleaning/disinfecting the environment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Infusion/oncology experience.
- Experience working in a large healthcare institution.
- Epic experience preferred
- Specialty experience (GI/Hepatology strongly preferred) SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  - Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
  - Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.Pay Transparency ActAnnual Full Pay Range: $52,847 - $65,772 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $25.31 - $31.50 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). Apply Now
    If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
    
    If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.
    
    UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit . 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. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an 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; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

Medical Assistant II - Gastroenterology - 139300

UC San Diego

San Diego, CA

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