Medical Assistant (NY HELPS)

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo's Division of Student Life is hiring a Medical Assistant (NY HELPS) for Health Services. The role involves clinical, laboratory and clerical support to ensure quality patient care.

Key duties include point-of-care testing, specimen collection, phlebotomy, reception tasks, and completing the patient rooming process while upholding inclusive excellence within the university community.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical and clerical support in a health care setting or completion of a medical assistant program.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and outpatient office experience is preferred.
• Experience with EHR systems and patient care documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform point of care laboratory testing and phlebotomy
• Complete reception and clerical activities in support of patient care
• Manage the patient rooming process

Skills

Phlebotomy

Clinical support

Reception

Education

Medical assistant program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Medical Assistant (NY HELPS)

Position Information

Position Title: Medical Assistant (NY HELPS)

Department: Health Services

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9841752 https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64411

Position Summary

The Division of StudentLife is inviting applications for the MedicalAssistant position within Student Health Services. In this role, you will perform clinical, laboratory and clerical support activities.

As a Medical Assistant, your responsibilities include:

• Performing point of care laboratory testing, specimen collection, and phlebotomy.
• Completing reception and clerical activities in support of patient care.
• Completing the patient rooming process.

Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the university's goals of inclusive excellence.

About Student Life

StudentLife is dedicated to creating a student-centered environment that fosters engagement, well-being, and success. Guided by four strategic priorities—student engagement, health andwellness, personalized support, and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, we provide transformative experiences that empower students to grow, lead, and thrive. As a member of StudentLife, you'll join a team of passionate professionals united by shared values and a commitment to student success. We think big, act boldly, and pursue excellence with purpose. Together, we build inclusive communities, champion discovery, and celebrate the achievements that shape the UB experience

Learn more

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-beingand success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalocommunity

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience performing clinical and clerical support activities in a health care setting, or completion of a medicalassistant program.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year outpatient office experience (practicums for degreecompleted included).
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Successful experience with an electronic health recordssystem.

Physical Demands

• Ability to transport 20 lbs

Salary Range

$42,209

Background Check

Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Paula Taton

Contact's Title: Clinic Manager

Contact's Email: [e-mail]

Contact's Phone: [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted: 09/21/2026

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled