Administrative Assistant 1 – Medical Assistant (Front and Back), UNLV Student Wellness - Student Health Center [R0153986]

Nevada System of Higher Education•Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

UNLV Student Wellness seeks a full-time Medical Assistant I to join the healthcare team at the Student Health Center (SHC) and Faculty and Staff Treatment (FAST) Center. This front- and back-office role supports clinical care, patient services, and clinic operations. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, successful completion of a medical assistant program or related healthcare education and experience, and valid CPR certification. Employees must comply with the Student Wellness Center’s communicable-disease prevention and immunization policy. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of any required pre-employment background and/or credit check. The role includes patient intake and clinical support, as well as front-desk services such as greeting and directing visitors, scheduling appointments, assisting with check-in and check-out, and maintaining patient accounts. The position is classified, non-exempt, and full-time, with a 100% full-time equivalent. Salary is Grade 23, Step 1, at $39,421.44. The recruitment closes November 9, 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a medical assistant program, or related education and experience within a healthcare setting.
Valid CPR certification.
Compliance with the Student Wellness Center’s Employee Exposure to Communicable Disease (Prevention of) Policy and Immunization Compliance Manager.
High school graduation or equivalent and one year of clerical experience that includes maintaining records, answering telephones, or reviewing forms, documents, and other written materials; or six months of experience as an Administrative Aid in Nevada State service; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant national certification.

Responsibilities

Perform in-person and telehealth patient intakes, including reviewing patient history and medications and measuring and recording vital signs.
Recognize and respond to emergencies in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Complete laboratory requisitions and include relevant information and supporting documentation when indicated.
Apply universal precautions, aseptic technique, and infection-control principles.
Prepare patients for examinations and medical procedures.
Perform routine diagnostic tests, including vision screenings, EKGs, peak flow assessments, and spirometry, as indicated by the patient’s reason for visit.
Assist providers with examinations, clinical procedures, and treatments.
Prepare and administer immunizations according to SHC policies and procedures.
Follow up on test results under the guidance of registered nurses and healthcare providers.
Prioritize and perform multiple clinic tasks, and adjust work schedules as needed based on patients, staffing, and clinical needs.
Use the SHC/FAST Center electronic health records system effectively and efficiently.
Maintain legible, accurate clinical documentation and records.
Prepare examination and treatment areas and ensure they are clean and well-stocked.
Teach patients methods of health promotion and treat patients with compassion and empathy.
Comply with SHC/FAST Center policies, procedures, and accreditation standards; participate in infection-prevention assessments and safety drills; and comply with quality-assurance practices.
Protect confidential health information and patients’ privacy.
Greet patients, clients, and visitors; identify their needs and direct them to appropriate staff or clinical areas.
Restrict unauthorized entry into clinic areas and admit only authorized people.
Provide accurate general information about SWC and its services.
Ensure packages and deliveries are given to the appropriate recipient or that the recipient is promptly notified.
Maintain a neat, clean, and professional lobby, self-check-in, and front-desk area.
Answer telephone calls, emails, and instant messages and assist with resulting inquiries.
Schedule, reschedule, cancel, and confirm appointments.
Accept and process payments, process statements, maintain patient accounts, and verify patient/client eligibility.
Assist patients and clients with check-in and check-out, and troubleshoot patient portal check-in issues.