Medical Assistant

at  California State University

Job no: 542830
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Administrative, Probationary, Health Professionals, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

POSITION SUMMARY

Are you passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference in a dynamic student health center? We are looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team under the supportive guidance of our Nursing Manager.

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

Student Health Services offers primary medical care and health promotion to students of San Diego State University through a wide range of programs and services. Care is provided by board certified physicians, certified nurse practitioners and other medical staff including nurses, clinical laboratory scientists, x-ray technologists, medical assistants, and pharmacists. In addition to the basic medical care, Student Health Services offers health education, orthopedics, osteopathic manipulative treatment and psychiatry.
The mission of SDSU Student Health Services is to provide high-quality, convenient, student- focused medical care in a safe and welcoming environment, actively partnering with our student- patients to help them achieve and maintain healthy lives in support of their personal and academic success.
Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity

The Division works proactively to address systemic inequities through professional learning, community building, advocacy, policy recommendations and organizational structures, while facilitating an integrated vision and shared responsibility for prioritizing and advancing institutional goals. We aim to foster an affirming campus culture based on the core values of excellence, equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion through:

• Recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are reflective of the diverse student body and communities served by SDSU, and recruiting students who are representative of the rich diversity of the region and the world;
• Fostering an environment that is welcoming, affirming, and empowering for students, faculty, staff and alumni of all backgrounds;
• Enhancing the career and educational pathways of a diverse student body, the faculty and staff; and
• Cultivating relationships with the local community that advance the well-being of diverse individuals and communities.

Position upholds the Student Affairs and Campus Diversity Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, specifically:
“The Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity acknowledges and honors the inherent value and dignity of all individuals by creating and nurturing a learning and working environment that affirms and leverages our community’s diversity of traditions, heritages, perspectives, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusive excellence designed to facilitate the personal and professional success, growth, development, and well-being of all members of our community. We manifest this commitment through our innovative, strategic and collaborative efforts to develop leaders who believe in and lead others toward practicing civility, mutual respect, and inclusion in our workplaces and society.”
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and experience, which provides the required knowledge and abilities. While Medical Assistants are not certified, registered, or licensed in the State of California, the Medical Board of California requires that medical assistants complete specific types and hours of training to perform the duties outlined in their scope of practice. This training must be documented and a physician or other qualified teacher, as identified by the Medical Board of California, must certify in writing that the Medical Assistant has completed the training successfully. CSU-specific requirements are as follows:

• Most common, incumbents are required to possess a certificate of completion from an accredited and approved medical assisting program through the Department of Education or Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education within the Department of Consumer Affairs. In this case, the supervising CSU physician must verify competencies.

OR

• At the discretion of the student health center director, an in-house campus-training program may be developed according to the guidelines established by the Medical Board of California. In this case, a CSU physician must document and certify in writing that the formal training and clinical practice hours required by the Medical Board of California to perform the duties of a Medical Assistant have been completed successfully.

NOTE: If a Medical Assistant is performing phlebotomy outside the regular scope of practice, appropriate phlebotomy certification may be required by the State of California.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Administrative experience, preferably in a clinical setting.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team setting with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in practice management software, electronic health records, email, and basic Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to handle a multi-line telephone system.
• Ability to consistently apply policies and procedures.
• Skilled in interpreting standard office correspondence and effectively explaining routine manuals and procedural guidelines to students, the public, and colleagues.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administrative and Clerical Support: Perform a variety of tasks to keep the student health center running smoothly.
• Medical Assistance: Assist medical providers with essential tasks, ensuring high-quality care for students.
• Collaboration with Licensed Professionals: Work closely with licensed professionals, gaining valuable experience and mentorship.
• Technical Support Services: Provide technical support within your scope of practice, as defined by the Medical Board of California.
• Supervised Duties: Carry out duties authorized by your supervising physician or nurse practitioner, who will be present during specific procedures.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Engage in diverse activities across various clinical departments, contributing to a supportive and collaborative environment.

High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and experience, which provides the required knowledge and abilities. While Medical Assistants are not certified, registered, or licensed in the State of California, the Medical Board of California requires that medical assistants complete specific types and hours of training to perform the duties outlined in their scope of practice. This training must be documented and a physician or other qualified teacher, as identified by the Medical Board of California, must certify in writing that the Medical Assistant has completed the training successfully. CSU-specific requirements are as follows:

• Most common, incumbents are required to possess a certificate of completion from an accredited and approved medical assisting program through the Department of Education or Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education within the Department of Consumer Affairs. In this case, the supervising CSU physician must verify competencies