Medical Assistant

• →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 readiness of event medical kits and AEDs
• →Participate in staff meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing education to maintain clinical competence
• →Identify opportunities for improved efficiency, safety, and service quality
• →May handle patient scheduling, front desk operations, phone calls, billing coordination, and data entry
• →May work with student employees or work-study staff and train them in clinic protocols and customer service procedures
• →May provide immediate assessment, stabilization, and coordination of care during medical emergencies and athletic or special events
• →May work collaboratively with athletic trainers, campus police, and local EMS to ensure prompt and effective emergency response

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