Clinical Assistant Jobs in California
Clinical Assistant jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area, where large health systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health maintain deep clinical staffing needs. Demand runs from entry-level exam room support to experienced roles in specialty clinics, oncology, and primary care. California is among the most active markets in the country for clinical assistants, with openings across outpatient, hospital, and community health settings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position title: Associate Director, Immunogenetics and Transplantation LaboratoryApplication Window
Open date: October 26, 2026
Next review date: Sunday, Nov 29, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Oct 26, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Pathology at the University of California, San Diego, is committed to academic excellence within its faculty, staff, and student body and seeks an academic histocompatibility laboratory director to join the Division of Laboratory and Genomic Medicine and the UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratories.
The successful candidate will serve as an Associate Director for the Immunogenetics and Transplantation (HLA) Laboratory at UC San Diego Health’s Center for Advanced Laboratory Medicine (CALM), and at the UCSD Medical Centers in La Jolla and Hillcrest. The UCSD Immunogenetics and Transplantation Laboratory (ITL) serves the kidney, heart, lung, liver, and hematopoietic stem cell transplant programs at UC San Diego Health and Rady Children’s Hospital and is the HLA laboratory for Lifesharing, the San Diego and Imperial counties’ regional Organ Procurement Organization. The ITL performs over 12,000 billable tests/year, supporting more than 500 solid organ and 100 allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplants yearly at UCSD and Rady Children’s Hospital while contributing to the clinical, education, and research missions at UCSD. The position involves a broad range of clinical and administrative responsibilities, as well as teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. This academically rich environment offers exceptional opportunities for translational and clinical research collaboration with leading investigators at UC San Diego, its affiliates, and several other nearby institutions.
The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate’s background and experience.
A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:
HS Clinical Professor (APM 278)
Clinical X Professor (APM 275)
If appointed to a title covered by the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: Health Sciences Compensation Plan (APM-671)
Department: http://pathology.ucsd.edu/
Qualifications
Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, MD/PhD, or PhD or equivalent degree in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related fields.
Candidates with an MD or equivalent, MD/PhD, must be board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Pathology (ABP) in clinical pathology (CP), anatomic pathology/clinical pathology (AP/CP), or equivalent.
Candidates with an MD or equivalent, MD/PhD must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit, as determined by the Medical Board of California.
Candidates with a PhD or equivalent must have or be eligible for California Department of Public Health (CDPH) laboratory licensure as a Clinical Histocompatibility Laboratory Director.
Candidates must meet the subspecialty certification requirements of the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI) as an Affiliate, Diplomate, and/or Fellow of the ACHI.
Candidates with significant prior clinical subspecialty work experience as well as individuals capable of contributing to other subspecialty sections of the clinical laboratory (transfusion medicine/blood banking, coagulation/hemostasis, and/or hematopoietic stem cell processing/cellular biotherapy) are preferred.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Help contact: lnmedina@health.ucsd.edu
About UC San Diego
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.
As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all of its university-controlled properties.
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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
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Clinical Assistant Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- UC San Diego49

- University of Southern California41

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- University of California Los Angeles7

- La Clínica6

Top Industries Hiring
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical assistant jobs across California.
- Active Medical Assistant certification recognized in California, such as CMA or RMA
- High school diploma or GED with completion of an accredited medical assistant program
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
- Ability to perform clinical duties including phlebotomy, vital signs, and specimen collection
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in a patient-facing healthcare setting
Clinical Assistant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical assistant in California?
California does not require a state-issued license for medical or clinical assistants, but most employers require a nationally recognized certification such as the Certified Medical Assistant credential from the American Association of Medical Assistants or the Registered Medical Assistant credential from American Medical Technologists. Candidates typically complete an accredited medical assistant program at a California community college or vocational school, then pass the certifying exam before applying to clinical roles.
Which companies hire clinical assistants in California?
California clinical assistant roles are posted by UC San Diego, University of Southern California, and 360 Behavioral Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large integrated health systems, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and specialty clinic networks generate consistent openings across the state year-round.
Which California cities have the most clinical assistant jobs?
San Diego, Los Angeles, and Sacramento have the most clinical assistant openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its sheer concentration of hospital systems, specialty clinics, and community health centers, while San Diego's strong biotech and military healthcare presence and the Bay Area's dense network of outpatient and academic medical facilities drive demand in those markets.
Are there remote clinical assistant jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 40% of clinical assistant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how hands-on most clinical work is. The roles most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are those focused on patient scheduling, care coordination, prior authorizations, and medical records rather than direct clinical support.
How can I get hired as a clinical assistant in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a medical assistant program at a California community college, earning a nationally recognized certification, and applying to entry-level roles at Federally Qualified Health Centers or large outpatient clinic networks, which regularly hire new graduates. Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health run externship and new-graduate programs that serve as direct entry points. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as patient services representative, phlebotomist, or medical receptionist often transition into clinical assistant positions with the addition of a certification.
Where can I find and apply to clinical assistant jobs in California?
You can find and apply to clinical assistant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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