Medical Assistant 3

NeuSrg-General

Full Time

83783BR

Job Summary

Within the Department of Neurological Surgery, the Brain and Spinal Injury Center (BASIC) is a large clinical and research division with over 30 physicians, nurses, research faculty, staff and trainees at the SFGH campus. Many colleagues from other departments, other universities throughout the US and other countries form an added active pool of investigators and staff with whom we collaborate.

Under supervision of the Manager, guided by policies and procedures of Ambulatory Services, the Medical Assistant 3 - assist in the delivery of care to patients in our Monterey Neurosurgery clinic.

S/he is required to learn and be able to assist in Adult Monterey Neurosurgery. S/he will actively participate on a multidisciplinary quality improvement team to improve the health of targeted patients with chronic illness across UCSF Medical Center practices. Work includes a variety of personal care and clinical procedures including assuring positive care outcomes. S/he will perform assigned patient care and laboratory procedures in support of the specialty care services provided to patients within the practices. S/he is required to adhere to the Telephone and House Standards as adopted by the Medical Center. Assist care team by coordinating care for patients on and off the daily schedule. S/he will act as a primary conduit for the transmission of information between providers and patients and coordinate services for all patients who are part of the assigned panel, especially those with serious, complex or chronic health problems. S/he will provide advocacy, information and referral services to patients and families to address their medical and psychosocial needs.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $32.86 - $41.01 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Department of Neurosurgery at UCSF is one of the most pre-emanate neurosurgical departments in the country for clinical care, training and research. The department is number one academic research publication productivity and recently named as one of the top Neurosurgery Training Programs in the country. The Department is also ranked 4th in the nation for Neurosurgery & Neurology and is the number one Neurosurgery Department on the west coast (US News & World Report). Central administration at the Parnassus Heights location is responsible for directing all administrative functions of the department. The department's Spine Group Team is currently located at UCSF Parnassus Campus.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification
• Current American Heart Association CPR Certification
• One year of experience as a Medical Assistant / Hospital Assistant in a medical practice.
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Demonstrated computer familiarity, keyboard skills, computer literate in programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Willingness to learn new computer programs as needed to sustain practice operations.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultures and diverse socioeconomic situations.
• Support Marin-Neurosurgery Practice & Nine Adult Medical and Surgical Multi-Specialties Clinics
• Ability to travel & work between all satellite locations and UCSF campuses

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Epic/Apex
• Demonstrated fluency in Spanish or Chinese language: speaking, reading and writing Internal Medicine, Geriatric or Family Medicine experience
• Experience collecting, and entering data, identifying errors and missing information, and performing basic analysis Experience working with the public, preferably in a medical/hospital/clinic environment
• Candidate must be willing to travel & work between all satellite locations and UCSF campuses

License/Certification

• Medical Assistant Certification
• Current American Heart Association CPR Certification

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009251 HOSP BLANK AST 3

Job Category

Professional (Non-Clinical)

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Monterey County, CA

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Mon-Fri 8:00AM - 5:00PM