Medical Assistant - General Pulmonology/Sleep

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 5/11/26 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.

DESCRIPTION

Under direct supervision of the clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs work which requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within the business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations of The Joint Commission (TJC).

These duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling of patient appointments and associated patient system screens; chart preparation; accurate billing; obtain prior authorization for medications; DME follow-up; managing in-basket message; environmental care functions; equipment/supply management; and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant.

• Experience scheduling patient appointments, chart preparation and managing in-basket messages.

• Demonstrated knowledge of prior authorization for medications and DME follow-up.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Medical terminology, on-line scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize demands and work in a team environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a Pulmonary or Sleep setting.
• Durable Medical Equipment experience.
• Experience with EPIC and Cadence module.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employee may be asked to float to other sites within Pulmonary and Sleep departments.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs and be able to work overtime as required.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• May be required to assist at our 4520 Executive Drive clinic in La Jolla. May also be required to work variable hours to help cover evening clinic hours to 7pm as needed. Hours will be primarily 8:00 am - 4:30 pm with primary work location at Hillcrest.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual 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).