Temporary Employment Services (TES) Medical Assistant Pool
 University of California- Davis Health | |
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sick time, long term disability
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 United States, California, Sacramento | |
 Jun 25, 2026 | |
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Apply for Job Job ID
87110
Location
Sacramento
Full/Part Time
Full Time
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Temporary Employment Services places experienced Medical Assistants in UC Davis and UC Davis Health departments who have an expressed need for temporary coverage. Medical Assistants provide non-licensed medical support to medical care providers in an outpatient setting. Incumbents room patents; set up equipment and instruments; independently perform, and/or assist providers with performing, exams and procedures, including administering injections; with proper provider authorization, provide instructions, training and advice to patients; call in prescriptions; clean and calibrate equipment; clean and stock exam rooms; and provide proper documentation in patient chart. Incumbents may also provide front office services on a routine or back-up basis. Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Key Responsibilities Patient Care Provide non-licensed clinical support as a medical assistant to the medical care provider(s) within the department/clinic assigned and per operational need. Rooming patients: call patient from waiting area using appropriate identifiers, keep patients appraised of wait times. Obtain and record height, weight, blood pressure, vital signs, reason for visit (chief complaint), history, verification of medication allergies, pain screening, and other information as directed. Handle and steward medications as directed, following University policies and procedures, pertinent laws, regulations, and guidelines relating to medical assistants. Prepare and position patient for exam and/or procedure, set up equipment and instruments, maintaining sterile technique as required and independently perform or assist provider with performing exams and procedures. Administer medications as directed, following University policies and procedures, pertinent laws, regulations and guidelines relating to medical assistants. Collect, prepare and process specimens per departmental guidelines, including recording appropriate information or results in patient medical record. Provide patient transport/escort as needed, following safe patient transport guidelines. Follow emergency procedures, including CPR, and/or notify provider of baseline changes, as dictated by practice protocol. Maintain confidentiality is all aspects of patient care. Documentation and Record Keeping Provide accurate documentation as designated per departmental guidelines, prior to, during and after medical appointments. Appropriately indicate supplies used or procedures performed for patient visits in coordination with information supplied by the provider. May pull and file paper charts as needed for visit coordination. Provide telephone call coordination, incoming and outgoing calls for; appointment appropriateness, additional information, coordinating messages to/from provider, and providing test results or information to patients as instructed/authorized by provider. As authorized by provider, provide instruction and training for patients regarding preparation for procedures and tests, exercises, and other self-care activities. Department/Clinic Coordination Assist with maintaining inventory of medical supplies, including recording and requesting supplies per departmental guidelines. Maintain narcotic logs and protocols if present in department/clinic. Monitor and dispose of expired drugs following University and departmental policies and procedures. Clean and calibrate medical equipment and machines per protocol. Wrap and autoclave/sterilize instruments and equipment used for exams, procedures, and surgeries. Assist with orientation of new staff and/or medical assistant externs providing information that includes, but not limited to, departmental protocols, workflow, policies & procedures, equipment, supplies, organization, etc. Department Overview Temporary Employment Services assigns jobs throughout UC Davis Campus (Davis) and UC Davis Health (Sacramento) encompassing a wide variety of work environments. POSITION INFORMATION
Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page
Physical Demands
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Mental Demands
Work Environment Must be willing to work variable days (including weekends), hours and locations as required to meet business needs of the practice. Ability to lift, move, and/or position patients as necessary to room them and prepare them for exams and procedures. May be required to have the ability to retrieve and file bulky medical record charts (up to 3" thick) stored in filing cabinets and on shelves that may be above shoulder level and below waist level, and to efficiently transport multiple charts weighing 5 to 25 pounds throughout the medical office. References reflect an overall meet or exceeds. Special Requirements
EEO/AA Statement
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community[GN1] , our Clinical Strategic Plan, and our strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks [GN1]https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/principles-community | |