Medical Assistant

Brown University; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Brown University Health Services seeks a Medical Assistant to join its diverse student health team. The MA handles patient intake, prepares patients, assists providers, runs waived tests, and manages office duties including referrals and scheduling.

This 30-hour-per-week role requires on-site work and a rotating evening shift plus possible weekend coverage. Qualifications include a MA certificate or equivalent, high school diploma or GED, and CPR certification, with ambulatory clinic experience

Qualifications

• Certification from a Medical Assistant training program or equivalent including training in medical and office assisting.
• CPR certification and ambulatory clinic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Intake and preparation of patients and assisting medical providers.
• Perform waived tests and maintain supplies and infection control practices.
• Schedule appointments and handle office duties including referrals, faxing, scanning, and filing.

Skills

Medical Assistant Certification

CPR certification

Ambulatory care experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA training program certification

Job description

Job Description

The Medical Assistant is an integral part of the health care team at Health Services that serves the diverse student population at Brown. The MA is responsible for the intake and preparation of patients, assisting medical providers, performing waived tests, stocking, cleaning (per infection control protocols), scheduling appointments(internal/external), and performing office duties including release of information, faxing, scanning, copying, filing, referrals and referral tracking. This is a 4 day (30 hours) a week position. Rotation to one evening shift (10:30a-7p) per week and weekends may be required.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience: Certification from a Medical Assistant training program or equivalent including training in medical and office assisting. High School Diploma or GED required. Clinical experience in an ambulatory setting. CPR certification. Minimum one-year medical office experience preferred.

Job Competencies

Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to provide culturally competent care to a diverse population required; experience working with diverse student populations preferred. Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in and support a diverse and inclusive environment. Orientation towards quality customer service necessary. Computer efficiency and experience with EHR preferred.

Background Check

All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Recruiting Start Date

2026-08-04

Job Posting Title

Medical Assistant

Department

Health Services

Grade

Grade 6

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

30

Position Work Location

Onsite

Submission Guidelines

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote. Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

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