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La Jolla Ambulatory Clinics CA 92037, United States Payroll Title MED AST 2 Department FACULTY PRACTICE SURGERY Hiring Pay Scale $25.31 - $31.50 / Hour Worksite La Jolla Ambulatory Clinics Appointment Type Career Appointment Percent 100% Union EX Contract Total Openings 1 Work Schedule Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday #139664 Medical Assistant - Plastic Surgery Filing Deadline: Fri 5/22/2026 UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 5/12/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Reassignment Applicants : Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. DESCRIPTION Under direct supervision of the clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs work that requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within the business and profession code of the State of California and/or the regulations The Joint Commission (TJC). These duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling patient appointments and associated patient system screens; accurate billing; environmental care functions; equipment/supply management; and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, on-line scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program. Minimum two years of Medical Assisting experience. Knowledge of Medical terminology. Ability to be flexible with varying demands in a small specialty clinic. Teamwork oriented. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery experience Experience with patient photography using Mirror/Vectra imaging software. Experience setting up and assisting with minor procedures. 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 Act 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. UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the