Medical Assistant, Student Health Services

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 30 hour / 4 day a week position. Rotation to one evening shift (10:30a-7p) per week and weekends may be required. 

This position is a term-limited assignment (to December 22, 2026), with potential for extension based on operational needs.

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.

Additional Information: Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position. To learn about Brown University’s benefits, please visit here for further information.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

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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.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

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.