Primary Care Assistant Medical Director

PHYSCN SHS MGR 1 (000586)

UCPath Position ID: 40139462

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

9/24/2026 2:23:00 PM

Date Last Edited:

9/24/2026 2:22:56 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS                     

Division Code:

7400D

Division:

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND HEALTH

Department:

521500 - ARTHUR ASHE STU HEALTH & WELLNESS CNTR

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40139462

Position Description ID

265151

UC Payroll Title:

PHYSCN SHS MGR 1 (000586)

Personnel Program

Management and Senior Professional (MSP)

Salary Grade:

Grade 30

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

A: Manager - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40042734

Reports to Payroll Title:

PHYSCN SHS MGR 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40036657

Department Head Payroll Title:

HC ADM SHS MGR 3

GENERAL DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent receives guidance in terms of broad goals and overall objectives and is responsible for establishing the methods to attain them. Generally the incumbent is in charge of an area of work, and typically formulates policy for this area but does not necessarily have final authority for approving policy.

6001

STDT HEALTH PHYSCN 4 DX

6

9147

NURSE PRACT 2 NX

5

9203

PHYSCN AST HX

6

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Medical Director, the Primary Care Assistant Medical Director supports the mission of the organization by supervising the physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants who provide day-to-day delivery of health care and medical services in Primary Care Units including but not limited to Continuity, Triage, Immunization and RN Services at the Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (AASHWC). The Primary Care Assistant Medical Director is a member of the Medical Quality and Improvement Committee, Clinical Oversight Committee, Infection Control Committee, Quality Improvement Committee, and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. The Primary Care Assistant Medical Director is responsible for other activities related to health care such as peer review, patient satisfaction, physician-APP collaborative practice (including furnishing), clinician professionalism and conduct, recruiting, credentialing and assessment processes. The Primary Care Assistant Medical Director takes an active role in ensuring access and quality, overseeing utilization, and participating in operational and resource management and compliance. The Primary Care Assistant Medical Director also engages in direct patient care.

The mission of The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (The Ashe Center) is to empower UCLA students to achieve their educational goals by providing accessible, high-quality health and wellness services.

Our comprehensive services include Primary Care, Gynecology Services, Immunizations, Travel Medicine, Physical Therapy, Specialty Clinics, Radiology & Laboratory, and Acupuncture – all under one roof! We are also pleased to offer additional services in the Ackerman Student Union: a full-service optometry center, U See LA Optometry, and the Bruin Health Pharmacy.

UCLA's student health center and its suite of services consistently rank as best in the nation. Most recently, the wellness fintech brand Ness awarded UCLA and The Ashe Center as the healthiest college in the state of California.

PRIMARY CARE

CLINICAL CARE

Provides direct primary care, including in-person, telehealth, and asynchronous care. Provides care and coordination of care for students with acute, episodic, and/or chronic or complex health care needs, including but not limited to, neither all-inclusive of, illnesses, injuries, eating disorders, gender affirming care, gynecologic care, pre-operative evaluation, mental health care, and dermatologic conditions. Performs minor outpatient procedures as necessary. Oversees the clinical practice of and provides consultation to clinic support, nurses, and advanced practice providers (APPs). Serves as a supervising and collaborating physician for APPs.

50%

MEDICAL SERVICES MANAGEMENT

Provide oversight of primary care clinicians and nursing. Review and make recommendations on credentialing, privileging and appointment process of clinical staff. Recruit, provide in-service training and orientation for new clinical staff. Coach and mentor clinicians on issues relating to medical decision making, utilization management, and billing/coding. Create and enforce professional standards among members of the clinical staff. Manage and monitor service standards and performance measures for clinical staff. Ensure cross coverage of services to provide uninterrupted delivery of care during staff absences and furloughs. Participate in ongoing process improvement efforts. Create and review medical policies and procedures, including standardized procedures and standing orders.

25%

ADMINISTRATION AND QUALITY DEVELOPMENT

Ensure compliance with county, state, federal and accrediting body standards. Participate in ongoing quality improvement efforts including peer review, MD-NP Case Conference, and medical case review. Oversee the weekly huddles (brief unit meetings). Take an active role in ongoing process improvement efforts. Create and approve medical policies and procedures, including standardized procedures, standing orders and clinical guidelines. Review and make recommendations on credentialing, privileging and appointment process. Provide oversight and leadership to medical education programs. Consult as required on health-related issues to UCLA and UCwide systems office. May be assigned to provide oversight and supervision for Ashe's Infection Control Program.

25%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Medicine (MD) Degree

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree from an accredited medical or osteopathic school.

Required

Primary Care Residency Training: Completion of residency training in primary care (e.g. Family Medicine, Internal Medicine,Combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, etc.).

Required

3+ Years

Experience working as a primary care physician in an outpatient or urgent care setting.

Preferred

1+ Years

Experience working as a direct supervisor or manager of clinicians.

Preferred

Current California medical license

Required

Board certification in an applicable primary care specialty (e.g. Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, etc.)

Required

Knowledge of disease, prevention, and health promotion needs of late adolescent and adult injuries.

Required

Knowledge and experience in treatment of common, acute and chronic illnesses and injuries.

Required

Skill in interviewing needed to understand the medical and psycho-social needs of patients and skill in counseling needed to help patients deal with acute and chronic medical problems.

Required

Skill and ability to communicate verbally and in written communication, and effectively provide medical treatment to a student population of diverse cultural, ethnic/racial backgrounds and sexual orientations.

Required

Skill and ability in working as a member of a team with other clinical staff, including physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses and support staff. Provide effective consultation for physician assistants, nurse practitioners and nurses.

Required

Skill and ability to work effectively with staff of diverse cultural ethnic/racial backgrounds and sexual orientations.

Required

Knowledge of student health policies and procedures and understanding of the health care needs of a college campus.

Required

Knowledge of legal and professional requirements for quality patient care.

Required

Skill in organizing and prioritizing work when faced with competing deadlines, and interruptions and ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.

Required

Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems, interpret policies and demonstrate solid subject matter knowledge.

Required

Possess leadership skills to support the organization's strategic direction.

Required

Skill and ability to assess, monitor and manage employee performance.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Medical Center/Clinic

Location:

Ashe Center

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

Communication skills

X

Numerical Skills

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 1: Position in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, potential spills, and splashes. Use of appropriate measures is required for every employee in this position.