Medical Assistant - Heart and Vascular

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
Feb 27, 2026
Medical Assistant - Heart and Vascular TEP-Health Employees Temporary Employment 88181BR Job Summary Employment Duration: 3 months Under supervision of the ACC5 Manager, guided by the policies and procedures of Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with Clinical Nursing Staff, the Hospital Assistant III assists in the delivery of care to patients in the Heart & Vascular Center ambulatory group practices. Responsibilities include performing and assisting with a variety of clinical procedures, reconciling patients' medications, and communicating health care maintenance reminders to support positive care outcomes. The incumbent performs assigned patient care and laboratory procedures in support of primary or specialty care services. The position requires the ability to assist across all Heart & Vascular Services, including: Cardiology Vascular Surgery CT Surgery Pre-Heart & Lung Transplant Mechanical Support Services The incumbent is required to adhere to the Living PRIDE Standards and Telephone and House Standards as adopted by the Medical Center. Key Responsibilities: Obtain patient vital signs, height, weight, pain screening, and chief complaint; may room patients Set up basic procedure equipment (e.g., biopsy, PAP) Assist with procedures Perform disinfection of instruments and clinical treatment areas (SPD training required) Work with interpreting services to facilitate interpreter participation for medical appointments and document interpreter use as appropriate Review medication lists Order and stock supplies Obtain specimens and perform Point of Care Testing (POCT), including QA/QC and EKGs Perform phlebotomy (with certification, if applicable) Update mandatory logs (e.g., temperature log) Abstract medical records Demonstrate proficiency in Cadence Obtain complex authorizations Facilitate referrals to other providers as ordered by the physician Perform other duties as assigned The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles) Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role. For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range. 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 UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or leave, or to temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Frequently temporary employees become successful candidates for career and limited appointment positions. Required Qualifications Active American Heart Association CPR certification Certification from an approved Medical Assistant program Current Medical Assisting certification Experience working in a busy clinic setting One year of experience working in a healthcare setting Knowledge and abilities essential to successful performance of assigned duties Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations Preferred Qualifications Bilingual or multilingual skills California State CPT-1 certification Experience with insurance verification, medical record data abstraction, or patient financial services One year of Medical Assisting experience License/Certification Active 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 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. Organization TEP Job Code and Payroll Title 009251 HOSP BLANK AST 3 Job Category Allied Health, Support Services, Temporary Employment Bargaining Unit American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX) Employee Class Temporary Employment Percentage 100% Location San Francisco, CA Campus Parnassus Heights (SF) Work Style Fully On-Site Shift Days Shift Length 8 Hours