Medical Assistant - Hrly/Int POOL (DSA)
Job No: 552839
Work Type: Staff
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care
Support, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative,
Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Part Time
Join the vibrant community at California State University,
Long Beach (CSULB)!
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an
inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California
lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSU
system-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its
commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic
and research initiatives.
As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamic
environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy,
and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal
relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,
year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient
access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal place
to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California
has to offer.
Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career
opportunities that advance student success and strengthen
California's future-offering competitive compensation,
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Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director, SHS Operations, led
by the Senior Lead Nurse, and according to established protocol or
direction of a physician, physician assistant or nurse
practitioner, the Medical Assistant (MA) performs a variety of
skilled Medical Assistant duties and gives direct nursing care to
students in the Student Health Center.
Furthermore, the incumbent provides services that are equitable,
inclusive, and culturally sensitive to enhance the quality of
campus life. This position uses a student-centered and
equity-minded approach in all communication and service
efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for administering medications/immunizations and
performing routine care and/or medical assistant duties which
require training and skill; Assist practitioners in the delivery of
health care services such as examinations, clinical procedures, and
medical treatments. Ensure health care patient care areas are fully
stocked, organized and clean.
Administer medications by mouth, intradermal injection,
intramuscular injection, subcutaneous injection, including
immunizations and tuberculosis testing.
Take temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiration readings,
height and weight and other vital signs. Assist in
orienting/training new nursing staff.
Make appropriate entries in electronic medical charts
(EMR).
Prepare patients for examination by a clinician and assist in
the examination when appropriate.
Department
Student Health Services
Time Base/Duration of Appointment
Hourly/intermittent on call temporary position. Successful
candidates may be appointed for a few days and up to one (1) year
depending on the assignment. Temporary assignments may expire prior
to the ending date.
Classification
Medical Assistant
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and
qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal
equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
The salary range for this classification is $24.05 to $30.50 per
hour.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate is a reliable team player with strong oral
communication skills who can work well with others in a respectful
and professional manner. They should be able to understand basic
medical terminology, follow clinic procedures, and stay within the
Medical Assistant scope of practice as defined by the Medical Board
of California. Attention to detail is key for maintaining accurate
medical records, and they must be able to multitask, prioritize,
and meet deadlines. Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and SHS
policies is essential, along with the ability to use sound judgment
and consult with clinicians when needed. The candidate should be
comfortable using computers, especially for health information
systems, and be able to learn new equipment and procedures quickly.
Most importantly, they should be committed to creating cooperative
relationships with students, clinicians, and coworkers in a
campus-based setting.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse
campus community. Ability to follow all university policies,
procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety,
civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and
procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university
experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the
university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
• Equivalent to a high school diploma required.
• One year of experience performing the duties of a medical
assistant in an outpatient clinic preferred.
Application Procedures
Click "Apply Now" to complete the CSULB Online Employment
Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that
all sections of the online application are completed fully and
accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and
experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you
meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Heavy work - Job involves lifting more than 40
pounds. Approximately half of the incumbent's time will be spent
walking, standing, squatting, kneeling, or climbing.
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions
(i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will
make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if
the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it
is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified
information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background
check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee
who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are
subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully
completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past
12 months.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated
reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in
CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of
employment.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB
provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB
complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California
Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.
I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable
state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential
treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,
and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all
university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful,
professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of
harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated
appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility
and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected
of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees
with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or
requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact
StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,
is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires
all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of
California.
As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/"
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 01 January 2027
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