Medical Assistant

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist medical providers with patient appointments: take vital signs, document patient history, perform EKGs, administer medications and immunizations, assist with minor procedures, and respond to provider requests.
• Perform laboratory services: venipuncture, in-house CLIA-waived tests (e.g., COVID, strep, flu, HIV, mono, pregnancy, urinalysis), and lab specimen processing; maintain lab inventory and perform quality control.
• Maintain exam room and clinical equipment hygiene: clean, stock, sterilize instruments, and monitor medical supply inventory.
• Serve front desk as needed: answer phones, schedule appointments, check in/out patients, register and verify insurance, assist with billing, forms, and clerical tasks; review and respond to answering service messages.
• Educate students and families on immunization compliance, HIPAA, FERPA, and Health Center services; verify student compliance with immunization and TB screening requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Clinic Coordinator including inventory of dispensary medications, supplies, and emergency medications; prior authorization and referral support; and office organization.

• High school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of an accredited program for Medical Assistants.
• General knowledge of HIPAA, electronic medical record systems, and aseptic techniques including blood borne pathogen precautions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure, including dealing with distressed patients or parents.
• Additional related experience and formal education may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Organization:
Student Affairs Division

Primary

Location:

Main Campus

Job Posting:
Jan 13, 2026