Medical Assistant for Student Health

About the role#

The Medical Assistant for Student Health serves as a key member of the healthcare team, providing administrative and clinical support within the Student Health Center. This is a modified full-time position (37.5 hours per week) operating on a 10-month schedule from August through May. The role requires a professional who can maintain strict confidentiality, handle frequent interruptions, and work comfortably in an environment that involves exposure to medical emergencies and infectious diseases.

What you'll do#

• Follow all department procedures for handling medical emergencies and urgent care needs.
• Manage front-desk operations, including answering phone calls with a welcoming greeting and properly routing inquiries.
• Schedule patient appointments and maintain the department calendar to ensure accurate staff scheduling.
• Admit and accompany patients into the treatment room, obtain vital signs, and prepare patients for office visits.
• Assist providers with examinations, collect laboratory samples for point-of-care testing, and document patient information in electronic medical records.
• Maintain exam rooms, ensure proper infection control, and manage medical supply inventory.
• Review health forms for compliance, prepare immunization records for audits, and process record release requests.

What you'll need#

• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, and state health guidelines.
• Previous experience with electronic medical records (EMR) is preferred.
• One year of medical office experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Location & details#

• Location: Buffalo, New York (On-site).
• Term: Rolling.
• Employment Type: Full-time (10-month position).