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Certified Medical Assistant

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Successful completion of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam offered by an appropriate accredited institute.

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Medical AssistantHealthcare Clinical

Classification Title:	Certified Medical Assistant
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Successful completion of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam offered by an appropriate accredited institute. Appropriate institutes include the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), and the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA).
Job Description:

The Student Health Care Center at the University of Florida is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for its ambulatory clinic. The CMA will assist health care professionals in the examination and treatment of ambulatory patients, such as preparation of the patient and environment for treatment, knowledge of conducting basic laboratory and electrocardiogram tests, care of the patient post-treatment functions. They will perform Point-of-Care testing as directed and will be responsible for general cleanliness of desks, counters, examination tables, equipment, and for ensuring appropriate cleaning, packaging (wrapping) and sterilization of surgical instruments. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will assist the team RNs with patient care, obtaining vital signs, visual screening, heights and weights, peak flow readings and other objective data as appropriate for incoming patients and will assist clinicians with special procedures and examinations.

Responsibilities

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The mission of the SHCC is to help every student achieve optimal health in pursuing personal and academic success.

Our vision is to be the preferred healthcare provider for University of Florida students as a nationally recognized leader in the collegiate health specialty.

The SHCC is fully accredited by the AAAHC and is located in a state-of-the-art WELL-certified building on UF’s campus. Medical services offered at the SHCC include primary care, sports medicine, urgent care, gynecology, psychiatry, allergy/immunization clinic, and travel medicine. Radiology, pharmacy, lab, and physical therapy are also on site.

Learn more about SHCC here https://shcc.ufl.edu/

UF is one of the nation’s top universities and a dynamic and rewarding place to work. UF is in Gainesville, one of Florida’s most livable cities. Known for its natural attractions (wetlands, forests, springs, wildlife) and cultural offerings (music, theater, visual arts, and historic districts), the area also is gaining a reputation as a thriving hub for high-tech start-ups, as well as invention and research collaborations. We are excited about what’s happening here and know you will want to be a part of it.

The Guide to Greater Gainesville shares all that you need to learn about the Heart of Florida, including neighborhood and city information, schools and zoning, culture and leisure, sports and fitness, healthcare and much more. Learn more at https://guidetogreatergainesville.com

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What We Offer

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Enjoy stability and support with UF’s unique range of benefits and opportunities. With a robust healthcare package, generous leave policies, retirement planning, and professional development, you can achieve a healthy work-life balance, plan for your future, and advance your career.

Full-time TEAMS employees will accrue vacation leave at a rate of 6.769 hours biweekly/22 days annually and sick leave at a rate of 4 hours biweekly/13 days annually. In addition, employees are eligible for eleven paid holidays each year.

Required Qualifications:

✓Successful completion of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam offered by an appropriate accredited institute. Appropriate institutes include the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), and the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA).

✓Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with at least one-year experience.

✓BLS/CPR Certificate

✓A high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience.

✓Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) licensure may be used in lieu CMA certification in special circumstances.

✓One year of appropriate experience

✓Knowledge of patient care.

✓Knowledge of basic computer skills.

✓Knowledge of sterile technique mandatory.

✓Knowledge of services functions, policies and confidentiality procedures.

✓Knowledge of phlebotomy.

✓Knowledge of splits, braces, casting, and other equipment used in clinic.

✓Skilled in basic math.

✓Skills to perform CPR.

✓Skills to maintain patient care equipment in operational order.

✓Ability to communicate efficiently in writing and verbally.

✓Ability to interact with patients.

✓Ability to take vital signs (e.g. TPR, Blood Pressure, visual acuity, peak flow meters, height and weight).

✓Ability to draw blood.

✓Ability to give equipment instructions to patients.

✓Ability to perform point of care lab tests and run quality controls.

✓Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and a list of at least 3 references.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Advertised: 21 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 04 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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Gainesville, United States

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Pay per year: ≈ $41,288–$43,950 a year; 18% below the $52,000 median for Medical Assistant jobs on Jobera (1,080 salaries).
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