Medical Assistant 2 (MA) - Ambulatory Care Float Pool

Medical Assistant

Medical Assistants provide non-licensed medical support to medical care providers in an outpatient setting. Incumbents room patients; 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. Incumbents 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. Incumbents may also have the following duties:

• Provide one or more front office services on a regular basis and routine and/or
• Serve as lead to a group of medical assistants

Apply By Date June 21, 2026, by 11:59 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Must have Certificate of Completion from a Medical Assistant training program.
• Minimum of two (2) years Medical Assistant experience.
• Ability to pass the safe to practice pharmacology exam
• Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all co-workers; to consistently interact with patients and other members of the public with patience, courtesy and professionalism, both in person and on the telephone; and to effectively respond to individuals who may be angry or upset.
• Skill and ability to perform functions commensurate with training and experience as a medical assistant, including setting up equipment and instruments; taking and recording vital signs and health statistics; obtaining, labeling and processing specimens, and preparing requisitions for processing; preparing patients for exams and procedures; independently performing and assisting physicians with exams and procedures as described in this position description; administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Must have knowledge and ability to apply wrapping and autoclaving of surgical instruments. As required for job, and as appropriate to UCDH policies & procedures, knowledge of medications, calculation of dosages and administration techniques per UCDH policy and procedure.
• Problem solving skills to independently define a problem identify the resources available to help solve the problem, create viable solutions and take the necessary action to implement problem resolution and ensure prompt and satisfactory resolution.
• Decision making skills to independently exercise delegated authority to take action and to appropriately seek assistance from others when limits of delegated authority have been reached.
• Organizing skills to establish priorities for own work to accomplish a variety of concurrent assignments; respond flexibly to changes in priorities; and maintain work effectiveness in a setting with a high volume of patient activity and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to efficiently use computer system applications for all functions required for this position, including typing skills sufficient to use computer keyboard for timely and accurate documentation input and production.
• Writing skills, using proper English grammar, spelling and punctuation, sufficient to compose messages and/or routine correspondence, which is clear, concise and easy to understand.
• Knowledge of practices and protocols related to medical office procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to communicate effectively with patients, health care providers and insurance company representatives regarding appointments, services, procedures, authorizations and referrals.
• Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, and guidelines governing medical records; confidentiality, privacy, and provision to others, including HIPAA.
• Basic knowledge of health care insurance systems as related to required job functions for this position, such as coordinating patient care, including but not limited to coordinating diagnostic and ancillary services, patient prescriptions, authorizations or referrals, coordinate hospital services, appointing patients, coordinate orders for medical supplies/equipment or as needed for billing documentation.
• Knowledge of diagnostic and procedural coding sufficient to assist with identifying services performed or coordination of care, for example, office services, home care, hospice care, DME, labs, radiology, and referrals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using electronic medical records system.
• 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% - Specialized Clinic/Department Support

Department Overview

The Ambulatory Care Division serves Sacramento, Yolo, and Placer counties providing a full complement of facilities and services including primary and specialty care hospital-based teaching clinics, community clinics, and research clinics. The Division is committed to maintaining a fully integrated Academic Health Center contributing to excellence in patient care, and enhancement of educational and research initiatives.

Department Specific Job Scope

This is a float position, and the MA will be assigned to any Academic Clinics or UC Davis Health Community Clinic location to work various shifts for various lengths of time. Travel is required to various clinic sites in the greater Sacramento area, Placer county and Yolo county.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $29.56 - $36.69
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 183
• UC Job Title: MED AST 2
• UC Job Code: 008994
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): 8a - 5p m
• Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• 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.

• 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

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours