What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL ASSISTANT, Student Health Services position at Boston University?
Category
Charles River Campus --> Administrative/Support/Clerical
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
26500104070617
Posted Date
6/29/2026
Salary Grade
Grade 26
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$45,000.00
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$50,000.00
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Perform clinical and administrative duties within the Primary Care department to assist with the confidential care of all students presenting to the health center. Demonstrate ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member. Assist registered nurses, nurse practitioners, athletic trainers and physicians with assessments, examinations, and treatment. Execute duties including but not limited to crutch teaching, dressing changes, EKG and assistance with splint/cast application. Maintain and prepare rooms between patient procedures. Assist with preparation of equipment and procedures. Monitor, stock and restock supplies as needed. Perform point-of-care tests, collect and label urine and blood specimens accurately, administer vaccines as ordered by nurse practitioner/physician. BU Student Health Services is considered an essential service.
Required Skills
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Charles River Campus --> Administrative/Support/Clerical
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
26500104070617
Posted Date
6/29/2026
Salary Grade
Grade 26
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$45,000.00
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$50,000.00
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Perform clinical and administrative duties within the Primary Care department to assist with the confidential care of all students presenting to the health center. Demonstrate ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member. Assist registered nurses, nurse practitioners, athletic trainers and physicians with assessments, examinations, and treatment. Execute duties including but not limited to crutch teaching, dressing changes, EKG and assistance with splint/cast application. Maintain and prepare rooms between patient procedures. Assist with preparation of equipment and procedures. Monitor, stock and restock supplies as needed. Perform point-of-care tests, collect and label urine and blood specimens accurately, administer vaccines as ordered by nurse practitioner/physician. BU Student Health Services is considered an essential service.
Required Skills
- Certification as a medical assistant or certification as an EMT is required.
- Two years of college, or equivalent or bachelor's degree preferred.
- High School diploma with medical assistant training program certification or EMT/Paramedic certification will be considered.
- Three to five years of related experience preferred.
- Experience with administering all forms of vaccines preferred, including reconstitution of live vaccines.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Salary : $50,000