Make a difference in people’s lives every day. When you join UCLA Health, you’ll be working at an institution that provides leading-edge care to the people of L.A. and throughout the world. We provide our team members with the environment and support to do amazing work, because each and every one of them plays a vital role in our commitment to care.
As a Medical Assistant on the UCLA Health Ambulatory Float Team, you will have the opportunity to travel to various ambulatory clinics, providing both administrative and patient care support. This role allows you to broaden your professional network while being part of the esteemed UCLA Health organization.
Each day presents a unique chance to engage with new patients and collaborate with diverse colleagues, all while benefiting from the support and recognition associated with UCLA Health. As a full-time employee, you will receive exceptional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance starting on your first day, as well as one of the top retirement plans in the country. Additionally, you will enjoy 13 paid holidays and 15 vacation days in your first year.
This position requires a Clinical Assistant who is flexible, enthusiastic, and proactive, as you will be traveling to UCLA Community practices across multiple cities, including:
- Santa Monica
- Westwood
- Beverly Hills
- Calabasas
- Santa Clarita
- Burbank
- Thousand Oaks
- Westlake Village
Workdays and hours may vary based on assignments, and you must be prepared for rapid same-day response assignments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Salary range: $28.06 – $37.02 per hour
Required:
- A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows:
1. Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHESOR
2. Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT
OR
3. 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.
- Possession of active CPR certification/BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Ability to take vital signs, venipunctures, perform injections, administer medications, and obtain drug refills
- Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and procedures
- Knowledge of symptomatology of common and/or life threatening medical problems and assessing abnormal laboratory values
- Ability to use a computerized patient care systems and proficiency with the Windows operating system
- Ability to be highly flexible, travel to multiple work sites within UCLA Health community based practices and work a variable schedule
Highly desired:
- Possession of Phlebotomy Certification
- Minimum of six months of working experience as a Medical Assistant in a healthcare setting
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