Temporary Medical Assistant

About the Organization

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities. It has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for academic achievement, premier research, and innovation. The campus offers 224 degree programs and serves a community of over 36,000 students.

Job Overview

This recruitment is for a Temporary Full-time Medical Assistant position based out of our Laguna Hills Multispecialty location.

Your Role

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Room patients, obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information in EPIC.
• Assist providers with examinations, treatments, procedures, and patient education.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties including scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and coordinating clinic workflows.
• Support clinic operations by maintaining supplies, ensuring compliance with dress code and safety standards, and assisting with UC Learning and departmental requirements.

Required

• Medical Assistant Diploma, Certificate of Competency, or equivalent Medical Assisting Clinical/Back Office certification.
• Understanding of medical terminology and ability to perform essential clinical and administrative duties.
• Current BLS certification from the AHA upon hire.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, customer service skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment with diverse patient populations.

Preferred

• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory or outpatient care setting.
• Phlebotomy certification and experience performing specimen collection.
• Experience using EPIC and scheduling systems in a healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of university or academic medical center policies, procedures, and workflows, with flexibility to work occasional weekends or holidays.

Compensation

Pay Rate: $25.00/hour (within range of $24.17/hour - $26.70/hour)

In addition to the salary range, we offer a wealth of benefits including medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to discounts and perks. Please visit https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement
• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Temporary Employment

To be classified as temporary, this position will be managed by UCI Temporary Employment Services (TES). Interviews and hiring are based on internal hiring needs and how well the candidate's experience matches the assignment requirements.

The majority of our temporary positions are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Occasional part‑time, weekend, and evening hours may be available depending on the assignment. Comprehensive benefits options are available for temporary employees, including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

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 categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Our community strives to create and maintain inclusive, equitable, and welcoming working and learning environments.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.