Medical Assistant - Neurology - 139362
UC San Diego Health, San Diego, CA, United States
Job Details
Job Title: Payroll Title – MED AST 2
Department: Faculty Practice Neurology
Hiring Pay Scale: $25.31 - $31.50 per hour
Worksite: La Jolla
Appointment Type: Career
Appointment Percent: 80%
Union: EX Contract
Total Openings: 1
Work Schedule: Days, 8‑hour shifts, Monday‑Friday
Job ID: 139362 Medical Assistant – Neurology
Filing Deadline: Tue 5/5/2026
Position Overview
Under direct supervision of the clinic supervisor and the general supervision of the clinic providers, the Medical Assistant performs work which requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within the Business and Professions Code of California and the Joint Commission regulations. These duties include front‑office management, appointment scheduling, patient check‑in, authorizations, accurate billing, payment processing, supply chain and forms management. Back‑office duties involve equipment management, environmental care, cleaning and disinfection.
The position requires knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, universal precautions, proper use of body mechanics, initiative, ability to prioritize demands, and teamwork. The assistant may also be required to perform testing that may include audiograms, ECGs, forensic urine drug screens, venipuncture and specimen processing, TB skin testing, equipment calibration, vaccine administration, and patient treatment assistance. Electronic medical record software is used for charting, screening for medical issues, translation services (bilingual English/Spanish), and chart preparation. Occasionally the assistant may float to other departments to assist.
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 obtain BART within six (6) months of hire date.
Minimum two (2) years of experience as an MA in an ambulatory medical practice.
Experience in mental health and/or addiction treatment setting.
Knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.
Ability to function in a fast‑paced environment, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.
Professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment, and accountability.
Strong computer literacy.
Ability to take initiative, prioritize demands, and work in a team environment.
Experience in a fast‑paced, multispecialty clinic.
Scheduling experience.
Proven knowledge of the patient flow process to efficiently monitor appointments, patients, and available physicians.
Ability to work as a team member.
Flexibility with varying demands in a small specialty clinic.
Preferred Qualifications
Five (5) years of recent experience as an MA.
Medication prior authorization experience.
Experience assisting with procedures.
Experience with EPIC and Cadence module.
Experience managing EPIC InBasket.
Experience working with senior population.
Experience working with vulnerable patient populations.
Special Conditions
Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.
Pay Transparency
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).
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
If applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.
EEO 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 status under state or federal law.
For the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an 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; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
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Job Title: Payroll Title – MED AST 2
Department: Faculty Practice Neurology
Hiring Pay Scale: $25.31 - $31.50 per hour
Worksite: La Jolla
Appointment Type: Career
Appointment Percent: 80%
Union: EX Contract
Total Openings: 1
Work Schedule: Days, 8‑hour shifts, Monday‑Friday
Job ID: 139362 Medical Assistant – Neurology
Filing Deadline: Tue 5/5/2026
Position Overview
Under direct supervision of the clinic supervisor and the general supervision of the clinic providers, the Medical Assistant performs work which requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within the Business and Professions Code of California and the Joint Commission regulations. These duties include front‑office management, appointment scheduling, patient check‑in, authorizations, accurate billing, payment processing, supply chain and forms management. Back‑office duties involve equipment management, environmental care, cleaning and disinfection.
The position requires knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, universal precautions, proper use of body mechanics, initiative, ability to prioritize demands, and teamwork. The assistant may also be required to perform testing that may include audiograms, ECGs, forensic urine drug screens, venipuncture and specimen processing, TB skin testing, equipment calibration, vaccine administration, and patient treatment assistance. Electronic medical record software is used for charting, screening for medical issues, translation services (bilingual English/Spanish), and chart preparation. Occasionally the assistant may float to other departments to assist.
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 obtain BART within six (6) months of hire date.
Minimum two (2) years of experience as an MA in an ambulatory medical practice.
Experience in mental health and/or addiction treatment setting.
Knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.
Ability to function in a fast‑paced environment, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.
Professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment, and accountability.
Strong computer literacy.
Ability to take initiative, prioritize demands, and work in a team environment.
Experience in a fast‑paced, multispecialty clinic.
Scheduling experience.
Proven knowledge of the patient flow process to efficiently monitor appointments, patients, and available physicians.
Ability to work as a team member.
Flexibility with varying demands in a small specialty clinic.
Preferred Qualifications
Five (5) years of recent experience as an MA.
Medication prior authorization experience.
Experience assisting with procedures.
Experience with EPIC and Cadence module.
Experience managing EPIC InBasket.
Experience working with senior population.
Experience working with vulnerable patient populations.
Special Conditions
Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.
Pay Transparency
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).
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
If applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.
EEO 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 status under state or federal law.
For the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an 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; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
#J-18808-Ljbffr