Perinatal Unit Assistant
UC Davis Health, Sacramento, CA, United States
Job Summary
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The incumbent produces birth certificates for newborn infants, assists in maintaining departmental records relating to births, and submits information to the appropriate agencies. The incumbent also assists the unit with administrative and clerical duties based on unit needs.
Apply By Date
May 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Recent work experience in a hospital/clinic setting.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Knowledge of all federal (HIPAA) and California state rules regarding the release of personal health information.
Ability to adapt to fluctuations in workload and time constraints.
Excellent organizational skills and strong analytical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Electronic Birth Registration System (EBRS) and/or generation of birth certificates.
Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR).
Recent experience with data entry.
Experience working in obstetrics and/or pediatric units.
Key Responsibilities
60% – Birth certificate production.
40% – Unit efficiency and administrative support.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $25.45 - $36.05 per hour.
Salary Frequency: Hourly.
Salary Grade: 109.
Job Title: BLANK AST 2.
Job Code: 004723.
Number of Positions: 1.
Appointment Type: Staff – Career.
Percentage of Time: 100%.
Work Schedule: 8 hours per day.
Location: Main Hospital (HSP001) – Sacramento, CA.
Union Representation: CX-Clerical/Admin.
Benefits Eligible: Yes.
This position is 100% on-site.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with coverage for self and family.
Extensive leave benefits including pregnancy and parental leave, family & medical leave.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time as per UC Davis policy or collective bargaining agreement.
Continuing education allowance and education reimbursement.
Professional development courses and learning opportunities.
WorkLife and wellness programs.
Employee assistance program with free mental health services.
Supplemental insurance options including life, disability, pet insurance and legal coverage.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and student loan repayment assistance for qualified roles.
Retirement benefit options including pension and other retirement saving plans.
Physical Demands
Standing – occasional up to 3 hours.
Walking – occasional up to 3 hours.
Sitting – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Lifting/Carrying – 0–25 lbs occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/Pulling – 0–25 lbs occasional up to 3 hours.
Bending/stooping – occasional up to 3 hours.
Squatting/kneeling – occasional up to 3 hours.
Twisting – occasional up to 3 hours.
Reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours.
Keyboard use – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Complex problem solving/reasoning – occasional up to 3 hours.
Ability to organize & prioritize – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Communication skills – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours.
Constant interaction – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Customer/patient contact – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e.g., e‑cigarettes) are strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential spaces.
Special Requirements
Position requires criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment.
Handling of cash or cash equivalents.
Position designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy; compliance with compliance and training required.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
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The incumbent produces birth certificates for newborn infants, assists in maintaining departmental records relating to births, and submits information to the appropriate agencies. The incumbent also assists the unit with administrative and clerical duties based on unit needs.
Apply By Date
May 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Recent work experience in a hospital/clinic setting.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Knowledge of all federal (HIPAA) and California state rules regarding the release of personal health information.
Ability to adapt to fluctuations in workload and time constraints.
Excellent organizational skills and strong analytical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Electronic Birth Registration System (EBRS) and/or generation of birth certificates.
Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR).
Recent experience with data entry.
Experience working in obstetrics and/or pediatric units.
Key Responsibilities
60% – Birth certificate production.
40% – Unit efficiency and administrative support.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $25.45 - $36.05 per hour.
Salary Frequency: Hourly.
Salary Grade: 109.
Job Title: BLANK AST 2.
Job Code: 004723.
Number of Positions: 1.
Appointment Type: Staff – Career.
Percentage of Time: 100%.
Work Schedule: 8 hours per day.
Location: Main Hospital (HSP001) – Sacramento, CA.
Union Representation: CX-Clerical/Admin.
Benefits Eligible: Yes.
This position is 100% on-site.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with coverage for self and family.
Extensive leave benefits including pregnancy and parental leave, family & medical leave.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time as per UC Davis policy or collective bargaining agreement.
Continuing education allowance and education reimbursement.
Professional development courses and learning opportunities.
WorkLife and wellness programs.
Employee assistance program with free mental health services.
Supplemental insurance options including life, disability, pet insurance and legal coverage.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and student loan repayment assistance for qualified roles.
Retirement benefit options including pension and other retirement saving plans.
Physical Demands
Standing – occasional up to 3 hours.
Walking – occasional up to 3 hours.
Sitting – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Lifting/Carrying – 0–25 lbs occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/Pulling – 0–25 lbs occasional up to 3 hours.
Bending/stooping – occasional up to 3 hours.
Squatting/kneeling – occasional up to 3 hours.
Twisting – occasional up to 3 hours.
Reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours.
Keyboard use – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Complex problem solving/reasoning – occasional up to 3 hours.
Ability to organize & prioritize – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Communication skills – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours.
Constant interaction – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Customer/patient contact – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e.g., e‑cigarettes) are strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential spaces.
Special Requirements
Position requires criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment.
Handling of cash or cash equivalents.
Position designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy; compliance with compliance and training required.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
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