Regular Monday to Friday schedule, promoting work-life balance.
Full Job Description
General Information
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Work Location: Torrance, CA, USA
Work Schedule
Monday- Friday 8am-5pm
Posted Date
11/09/2026
Salary Range: $31.88 - 45.66 Hourly
Employment Type
2 - Staff: Career
Duration
indefinite
Job #
34020
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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UCLA Health Torrance Skypark Primary & Specialty Care is looking for an organized, patient focused Administrative Assistant III to support our Primary Care and Dermatology teams. In this role, you will be a key point of contact for patients scheduled for procedures, working closely with our faculty physicians, nursing staff, and front office team to make sure every patient knows what to expect and feels supported from their first call through follow up. We are a busy, collaborative clinic that takes pride in delivering a concierge level patient experience, and we are looking for someone who shares that commitment.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Coordinate and schedule surgical and in office procedures for assigned faculty physicians, including all required testing and follow up appointments
Verify insurance coverage and obtain prior authorizations ahead of scheduled procedures
Serve as the main point of contact for patients, guiding them through what to expect before and after their procedure
Communicate clearly with providers, nursing staff, and patients about schedule changes and urgent scheduling needs
Maintain accurate documentation and patient records within the EMR
Provide front desk coverage and general administrative support as clinic needs require
Model CICARE in every patient and team interaction
Salary:$31.88- $45.66
Job Qualifications
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Two years of experience working in a medical practice, preferably Primary Care or a specialty clinic
Two years of experience working within an EMR system, along with strong computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and data entry
Working knowledge of current patient billing practices, including managed care and government health plans
Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong organizational skills with a high level of accuracy in scheduling, recordkeeping, and communication with patients, coworkers, and physicians
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively and positively with providers, staff, and patients of all backgrounds
Ability to prioritize work, follow through on tasks, and work independently with minimal supervision
Flexible and steady under pressure, with the ability to manage frequent interruptions and occasional urgent scheduling needs
Willingness to cover the front desk when operational needs arise
About UCLA Health
UCLA Health is a world-renowned academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It comprises four hospitals, including Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and more than 200 primary and specialty care clinics. UCLA Health is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the United States. The health system employs over 20,000 people and serves as a major center for patient care, medical education, and research.
