Medical Assistant I

Job Title

Medical Assistant I

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

University Health Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

🌟 Join Our Team as a Medical Assistant – Make a Difference Every Day! 🌟

Are you passionate about patient care and ready to be a vital part of a collaborative healthcare team? We’re looking for a Medical Assistant I who thrives in a dynamic clinical environment and is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Location: College Station, Texas
Schedule:  Full-Time, Monday–Friday 8a-5p
Department: University Health Services

Salary: $15.85 - $17.44

About the Role

As a Medical Assistant, you’ll provide direct patient care and support clinicians in a variety of essential tasks. From administering medications to preparing exam rooms, your role is key to ensuring a smooth, safe, and welcoming experience for every patient.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 2+ years of related experience in a medical office, hospital, nursing home, or home health setting

• Must obtain Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification or registration prior to start date; must maintain as condition of employment

• Eligible for certification or registration through ARMA, AAMA, or NHA

• Ability to obtain BLS certification within 6 months of hire

• Strong multitasking, teamwork, and confidentiality skills

• Basic EMR documentation skills

A well-qualified candidate will have experience in a college healthcare setting and have completed a Medical Assistant training program.

What You’ll Do

Patient Care:

• Provides patient care activities daily

• Transfers patients from reception area to exam rooms, measures vital signs, obtains height and weight, interviews patients for medical history, and updates health information in the electronic health record (EHR)

• Administers medications and injections as directed by a physician or advanced practice provider

• Performs basic procedures, including taking electrocardiograms, vision and hearing screening, ear lavage, spirometry and peak flows, nebulizer treatments, throat/nasal swabs, and fitting ortho slings, splints, and braces

• Prepares patients for tests, exams, and procedures and explains basic treatment procedures to patients

• Assists and/or chaperones providers during exams or procedures

• Documents patient care activities in the electronic health record (EHR)

Medical Office:

• Greets patients and provides assistance and direction

• Answers the telephone and responds to routine inquiries from patients and staff or transfers calls to appropriate unit

• Obtains electronic signatures for consent to treat

• Assists with inventory and office equipment maintenance for assigned area/clinic.

• Stocks patient care areas as needed

Safety and Compliance:

• Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes exam rooms and medical instruments in accordance with policies and procedures for infection control

• Assists in the organization and upkeep of assigned area to ensure a clean and safe working environment

• Completes continuing education as required by certifying board and Student Health Services

Administrative:

• May assist in training student worker nursing assistants

• Participates on committees as assigned

 Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive, mis