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Medical Assistant 1 - Dermatology Job Summary
Medical Assistants provide non-licensed medical support to medical care providers in an outpatient setting. Medical Assistant room patents; set up equipment and instruments; independently perform, and/or assist providers with performing, exams and procedures, including administering injections; with proper provider authorization, provide instructions, training and advice to patients; call in prescriptions; clean and calibrate equipment; clean and stock exam rooms; and provide proper documentation in patient chart. Medical Assistant may also provide front office services on a routine or back-up basis. Positions at this level provide the full range of duties described above. Medical Assistant may also provide front office services on a back up-basis.
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Apply By Date October 31, 2024 by 11:59 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications - Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR. Biannual renewal required.
- To administer injections, must have written evidence of validation for training and competency in medication administration by injection and skin testing.
- Must have Certificate of Completion from a Medical Assistant training program.
- Ability to utilize relevant medical terminology.
- Ability to effectively communicate and provide excellent customer service to the target audience.
- Ability to demonstrate commitment to excellence in patient care as prescribed by relationship-based care practices.
- Ability to demonstrate accountability and professionalism.
- Ability to support performance improvement and evidence-based practice within the scope of practice.
- Basic understanding of technology as it pertains to federal regulations to patient privacy.
- Ability to support unit leadership with additional task as assigned.
- Ability to stay organized and complete job duties.
- Ability to anticipate unit needs and independently follow through to ensure they are thoroughly met.
- Ability to interact and maintain communications with multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience using electronic medical records system.
- Experience in dermatology, or similar surgical procedure-based specialty.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
Key Responsibilities - 70% - Patient Care
- 10% - Documentation and Record Keeping
- 5% - Coordinating Medical Care
- 5% - Computer System Operations
- 5% - Department/Clinic Coordination
- 5% - Additional Job Functions
Department Overview Medical Assistants at the UC Davis Health Roseville clinic provide care to patients of all ages across a wide range of medical needs. The clinic offers comprehensive services, including primary care, pediatrics, radiology, and a full laboratory. In addition, subspecialties include pediatric cardiology, neurology, nephrology, integrative medicine, cardiology, endocrinology, allergy, obstetrics/gynecology, urogynecology, rheumatology, dermatology, and MOH's surgery.
Department Specific Job Scope Medical Assistant in Dermatology supports dermatologists and other healthcare professionals by providing clinical and administrative assistance. This role involves preparing patients for examinations, performing routine clinical tasks, and ensuring the efficient operation of the dermatology clinic. The Medical Assistant is expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality while delivering compassionate patient care.
POSITION INFORMATION - Salary or Pay Range: $26.75 - $33.24
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: 182
- UC Job Title: MED AST 1
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift Hours: Variable 8-hour shift
- Location: UCDMG Roseville II (PCN144) - Roseville, CA
- Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .
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- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
- Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
- Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
- Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
- UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff Physical Demands
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Environmental Demands
- Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment
- Must be able to administer injections, must have written evidence of validation for training and competency in medication administration by injection and skin testing.
- Must pass UCDHS Pharmacology verification exams if needed in job.
- Ability to lift, move, and/or position patients as necessary to room them and prepare them for exams and procedures.
- May be required to have the ability to retrieve and file bulky medical record charts (up to 3' thick) stored in filing cabinets and on shelves that may be above shoulder level and below waist level, and to efficiently transport multiple charts weighing 5 to 25 pounds throughout the medical office.
- Must be willing to work variable days (including weekends), hours and locations as required to meet business needs of the practice.
- References reflect an overall meet or exceeds.
Special Requirements
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
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