Medical Assistant

Position Summary

Are you passionate about supporting student health and wellness in a dynamic campus environment? Join our team at San Diego State University’s Student Health Services as a Medical Assistant. In this vital role, you’ll support the delivery of high-quality care by providing both administrative and clinical assistance under the supervision of licensed medical professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative support: Perform clerical tasks to support daily health center operations, including scheduling, documentation, and front-desk duties.
• Clinical assistance: Assist medical providers with routine medical procedures and patient care activities under supervision and within scope of practice.
• Patient preparation: Prepare patients for examinations, take vital signs, and ensure exam rooms are clean and well-stocked.
• Team collaboration: Work closely with licensed professionals and clinical departments to support smooth patient flow and efficient care delivery.
• Professional standards: Uphold standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism in all interactions.

Why Join Us:

• Meaningful impact: Be part of a mission-driven team that supports the health and success of a diverse student body.
• Supportive culture: Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive workplace that values your contributions.
• Hands-on experience: Gain experience in a fast-paced, student-centered healthcare setting.
• Growth opportunities: Benefit from professional development and learning within a strong campus community.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This appointment is for an 11/12 pay-plan position. The incumbent works 11 months per year and is paid over 12 months, with July 2026 as the anticipated off month.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity is responsible for the coordination and development of student services and building the inclusive excellence of SDSU's staff and faculty at San Diego State University. Departments include, but not limited to, Assistant Deans for Student Affairs; Career Services; Communications Services; Counseling & Psychological Services; Cultural and Identity Centers; Center for Educational Opportunity Programs, Outreach and Success; Financial Aid and Scholarships; Military Veterans Program; New Student and Parent Programs; Office of the Student Ombudsman; Residential Education; Resource Management; Student Disability Center; Student Health Services; Student Life and Leadership; Student Rights and Responsibilities; Testing Services Office; Well-being & Health Promotion; and programming related to Inclusive Excellence.

Student Health Services offers primary medical care and health promotion to students of San Diego State University through a wide range of programs and services. Care is provided by board certified physicians, certified nurse practitioners and other medical staff including nurses, clinical laboratory scientists, x-ray technologists, medical assistants, and pharmacists. In addition to the basic medical care, Student Health Services offers health education, orthopedics and psychiatry.

The mission of SDSU Student Health Services is to provide high-quality, convenient, student- focused medical care in a safe and welcoming environment, actively partnering with our student- patients to help them achieve and maintain healthy lives in support of their personal and academic success.

For more information regarding the Student Affairs Student Health Services department, click here.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. While Medical Assistants are not certified, registered, or licensed in the State of California, the Medical Board of California requires that medical assistants complete specific types and hours of training to perform the duties outlined in their scope of practice. This training must be documented and a physician or other qualified teach