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

University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Excellent health insurance

Tuition discounts

RebelCard discounts

Wellness programming

Job summary

University of Nevada, Las Vegas is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant I to join the Student Health Center and FAST Center teams on campus. The role involves patient intakes, vital signs, immunizations, and support for clinics and procedures.

Responsibilities include emergency response, lab requisitions, infection control, and maintaining accurate health records. Ideal candidates have a MA program credential, CPR certification, and a commitment to UNLV values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a medical assistant program required or equivalent healthcare experience.
• Must have CPR certification.
• Compliance with UNLV policies on immunizations and exposure to communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-person and telehealth patient intakes, record vital signs and patient history.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies with the healthcare team.
• Process laboratory requisitions with appropriate documentation.
• Prepare patients and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Administer immunizations per SHC/FAST Center policy.
• Maintain accurate, legible clinical records and follow HIPAA privacy rules.
• Schedule and manage appointments and handle patient check-in/out.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant program

Job description

ROLE OF THE POSITION

Student Wellness at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas seeks a full-time Medical Assistant I, to join our healthcare team at the Student Health Center (SHC) and Faculty and Staff Treatment (FAST) Center.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform accurate and thorough in‑person and telehealth patient intakes to include patient history and medication(s) review, measure and record vital signs, including height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and pulse oximeter readings.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Complete laboratory requisitions ensuring all relevant information is included along with supporting documentation (e.g., copies of insurance cards) when indicated.
• Apply principles of universal precautions, aseptic technique, and infection control.
• Prepare patients for examinations and medical procedures.
• Perform routine diagnostic tests as indicated by the patient's reason for visit, including vision screenings, EKGs, peak flow assessments, and spirometry.
• Assist providers with examinations, clinical procedures, and treatments.
• Prepare and administer immunizations per SHC policy and procedure.
• Follow up on test results under the guidance of registered nurses and healthcare providers.
• Prioritize and perform multiple tasks as needed in the clinic.
• Adjust work schedule as needed, based on patients, staffing, and clinical need.
• Effectively and efficiently use the SHC/FAST Center electronic health records system.
• Maintain proper (e.g., correct spelling, clear and definitive statements) legible documentation and clinical records.
• Prepare examination and treatment areas and confirm they are clean and well‑stocked.
• Teach patients methods of health promotion.
• Treat patients with compassion and empathy.
• Comply with the SHC/FAST Center’s policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.
• Answer telephones, emails, instant messages (IM) and assist with requests resulting from these inquiries.
• Participate in infection prevention assessments and safety drills.
• Comply with quality assurance practices.
• Strictly uphold the confidentiality of health information and protect patients’ right to privacy.
• Promptly acknowledge and greet patients, clients, and visitors upon entering the SWC with a welcoming demeanor; identify their needs and direct them to appropriate staff or clinical areas.
• Restrict unauthorized entry of patients, clients, and visitors into clinic area.
• Grant entry to clinic area only to those who are authorized to enter due to appointments, meetings, or upon receiving approval for other acceptable reasons.
• Provide patients/clients and guests with accurate general information about SWC and its services.
• Ensure packages/deliveries on behalf of SWC are delivered to the appropriate recipient, or that the recipient is notified of a package/delivery immediately.
• Ensure a neat, clean, and professional appearance of the lobby, self‑check‑in, and front desk areas.
• Schedule, re‑schedule, cancel, and confirm appointments.
• Patient account maintenance: accept and process payments, process statements, and maintain SWC patient accounts in a timely manner.
• Verify eligibility status of patients/clients.
• Assist patient/clients with check‑in and check‑out processes.
• Troubleshoot patient portal check‑in issues.

Background Screening: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment criminal background and/or credit check.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a medical assistant program (or related education and experience within a healthcare setting) are required.
• Must have valid CPR certification.
• Employees of the UNLV Student Wellness Center must be in compliance with our Employee Exposure to Communicable Disease (Prevention of) Policy and Immunization Compliance Manager.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of clerical experience which included experience in one or more of the following areas: maintaining records, answering telephones, and 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 as described above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Medical assistant national certification preferred.

COMMITMENT TO OUR CAMPUS VALUES

Successful candidates will advance UNLV's mission by cultivating an environment of mutual respect and belonging. They will model our Campus Values in their decision‑making and inspire excellence across our community.

SALARY

Grade 23 Step 1, salary $39,421.44. In accordance with Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 284.170, initial appointments to classified positions typically begin at Step 1 of the assigned grade. A "Step" refers to the specific rate of pay within a grade, as determined by the Division of Human Resources.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard Support and resources available for veteran applicants — [e-mail] or visit our Veterans Webpage.

PROFILE OF THE UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral‑degree‑granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332‑acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada – Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service‑connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy‑related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non‑discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 159, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Classified ExemptNo Full-Time Equivalent 100.0%

NOTE TO APPLICANT

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job‑related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver’s license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided). Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.