Medical Assistant - Cancer Shared Services

Job Summary

The anticipated duration of this assignment is approximately 3 months.

This is a temporary Medical Assistant position supporting the UCSF Cancer Center's ambulatory group practices across multiple campuses and satellite offices. Under the supervision of the Administrative Nurse Manager and MA Supervisor-and in collaboration with the clinical nursing staff-the Hospital Assistant III plays a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring smooth clinic operations.

This position requires flexibility to float across various Cancer Center specialty practices and a strong commitment to UCSF's Telephone and House Standards.

Key Responsibilities :

Clinical Support & Patient Care

• Validate, obtain, and document patient-reported information and vital signs.
• Assist with medication reconciliation and patient history updates (e.g., allergies, tobacco use, family history).
• Support nurses and providers during patient exams and procedures.
• Perform routine clinical tasks (e.g., height, weight, pain screening, chief complaint documentation).
• Act as chaperone and assist in complex procedures (e.g., laser therapy, TRUS, IRC) with appropriate competencies.
• Maintain infection control standards and perform sterile processing (e.g., Cidex OPA).
• Provide patient transport and monitor patient flow in and out of clinics.
• Collect specimens and perform Point of Care Testing, including EKGs and QA / QC documentation.
• Ensure patient communication and care coordination through timely updates, Mercury Messaging, and collaboration with team members.

Clinical Documentation & Systems (APEX)

Patient Experience & Communication

Operational Support & Maintenance

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.

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Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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.

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.