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This is a/an 83.3% full-time equivalency (FTE) job with months off. The number of months off will be determined by the position's FTE percentage. The timing of months off will be set to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to HR105 FTE positions should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. This position is eligible for benefits associated with any full-time position. The salary grade and range listed in the posting is reflective of a 100% Full-time position. Full-time equivalency job offers may fall outside of the listed range due to the assigned percentage of effort.
POSITION SPECIFICS
University Health Services (UHS) is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to help deliver high-quality clinical services to our campus community. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring a welcoming, efficient, and compassionate environment.
This role is responsible for providing intake services, assisting clinicians with treatments, completing procedures as ordered, and accurately entering information into the electronic health record (EHR). The position supports patient care by performing clinical tasks, maintaining medical records, and ensuring a safe and organized environment.
The Medical Assistant provides clinical, administrative, and educational support; blends direct patient care, health education, emergency response, and operational coordination to promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of the university community; functions under the supervision of licensed medical providers; and contributes to both individual patient care and health initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Conduct patient intake, including medical histories, allergies, vital signs, and immediate concerns; accurately document health information in the electronic record; report findings and areas of concern to medical staff
Assist clinicians and nurse practitioners during examinations, treatments, and minor procedures
Perform clinical tasks within the designated scope of care, such as phlebotomy, wound care, ECGs, specimen collection (urine, blood, swabs), injections, medication administration (as delegated), suture/staple removal, and basic lab testing
Prepare and maintain exam rooms, ensure proper sterilization and inventory of medical supplies, properly dispose of biohazardous waste, and monitor for expired medications or materials
Provide patient education on diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and preventive health practices
Assist with health programs such as CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed, First Aid, and wellness workshops
Distribute educational materials related to disease prevention, substance use safety, sexual health, and mental well-being
Support peer education initiatives and collaborate with student organizations and departments to promote public health awareness
Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with institutional and HIPAA standards
Serve as liaison with university health partners and off-campus providers for referrals and continuity of care
Assist with immunization reporting, flu vaccine clinics, and special health campaigns
Maintain emergency response equipment and ensure…