Temporary - Support

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University Student Health Center seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support clinical functions and provide direct patient care under supervision. The CMA collects vital signs, prepares patients for examinations, and maintains medical records in compliance with policies.

The role includes basic point-of-care testing and participation in quality improvement initiatives, with strict confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

• Vocational or technical certification from an approved medical assistant program is required.
• At least one year of related experience with general medical office practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical procedures and collect vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examination and maintain medical records.
• Perform basic point-of-care testing and promote wellness and preventive care programs.
• Participate in nursing staff meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Confidentiality

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

EMR

Job description

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a vital role in supporting the clinical functions of the Student Health Center. This position provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed healthcare providers in accordance with nursing and Health Center policies and procedures. The CMA is responsible for assisting with clinical procedures, collecting vital signs, preparing patients for examination, maintaining medical records, basic point-of-care testing and promoting wellness and preventative care programs. The CMA will participate in nursing staff meetings and quality improvement initiatives. Maintaining confidentiality at all times is essential to this role.

Job Family

Non Staff

Core Competencies

Vocational or technical certification from an approved medical assistant program is required.

At least one year of related experience with general medical office practices and procedures.