Medical Assistant/Admit Worker - FQHC Administrative - FT Days

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University of California, Irvine

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Santa Ana, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The incumbent performs non-licensed medical care in an outpatient clinical setting using a team-based approach. They also perform necessary clerical functions to support the operations of the clinical office.

Qualifications

We are seeking a Medical Assistant/Admit Worker to provide non-licensed medical care in an outpatient clinical setting, utilizing a team-based approach. Required qualifications include a Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate, excellent communication skills in English (bilingual in Spanish preferred), and BLS certification. Ideal candidates will have prior experience as a Medical Assistant and knowledge of medical center policies.

Job Description

Who We Are

UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.

To learn more about UCI Health, visit www.ucihealth.org.


Your Role on the Team

Position Summary:

Incumbent performs non-licensed medical care in an assigned outpatient clinical setting. Utilizes a team based approach to delivering patient care services. Performs clerical functions associated with the operations of a clinical office as necessary.


What It Takes to be Successful

Required Qualifications:
  • Understanding of medical terminology
  • Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
  • Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
  • Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate of Competency / Recognition in Medical Assisting Clinical / Back Office
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • BLS certification upon hire
  • Ability to work well in a constantly changing environment
  • Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds

  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting
  • Phlebotomy certification
  • Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
  • Flexibility to work variable shifts, including occasional weekends or holidays


  • 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:

    The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following 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.

    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

    Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php




    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.

    UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


    Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

    Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

    U

    University of California, Irvine

    UCI Health is committed to providing the highest quality healthcare to Orange County and surrounding communities through its world-class physicians, surgeons and clinical staff. UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. UC Irvine Medical Center, the main campus in Orange, California, features Orange County’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program, Level I trauma center and Level II pediatric trauma center. It is the primary teaching hospital for UCI School of Medicine. Learn more about UCI Health: ucihealth.org Job information: ucihealth.org/careers Volunteer information: ucihealth.org/volunteer
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