Medical Assistant - Primary and Specialty Care, San Luis Obispo - - 29466 - UCLA Health Skip to content UCLA Health Home Page Main menu. Press enter or space keys to expands and escape key to collapse Search jobs Employee Resources Employee Referral Program For Employees Employee Onboarding Log In Medical Assistant - Primary and Specialty Care, San Luis Obispo General Information Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location: San Luis Obispo, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday - Friday 7:30am-4:30pm Posted Date 03/23/2026 Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration indefinate Job # 29380 Primary Duties and Responsibilities Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility There's nothing more exciting and rewarding than being able to make a significant, positive difference in someone's life. At UCLA Health, you'll experience this joy every day while also enjoying the positive, supportive, and collaborative environment that makes ours one of the most loved workplaces. Join us and find out for yourself. As a Medical Assistant at our San Luis Obispo Primary & Specialty Care Clinic you will have the opportunity to work as assistive personnel who work under the direct supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner. Medical Assistants participate in the patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and provide support during life threatening emergencies. As a Medical Assistant you may perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services when conditions regarding supervision, training, specific authorization, and records are met. At UCLA Health, passionate clinicians in a wide range of disciplines have enabled us to become a world-renowned health system with four award-winning hospitals and more than 270 community clinics throughout Southern California. We're also home to the world-class medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine. If you're looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, come to UCLA Health. Pay Range: $29.46 - $38.87 hourly Job Qualifications Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Required: A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or Documentation of completing a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injections and performing skin tests; 10 hours of training in venipuncture and skin puncture for the purpose of withdrawing blood; at least 10 of each intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections and 10 skin tests, and/or at least 10 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation. Each of the aforementioned 10 hours of training and skill assessments must be completed in conjunction with the UCLA Health Ambulatory Nursing Medical Assistant Bridge Program and under appropriate supervision and no later than within 6 months of hire. Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems. Ability to administer CPR. Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications. Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements. Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills. Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures. Ability to use computerized patient care systems. Knowledge of medical terminology. * Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and c