Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
Certified Medical Assistant
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District is seeking a part-time (16 hours per week) Certified Medical Assistant to support the Teen & Adult Services division. The selected candidate will be responsible for performing clinical duties such as preparing patient for exams, assisting with medical procedures, administering vaccinations, giving medications and collecting specimens under the supervision of a licensed physician or nurse practitioner.
Responsibilities include:
- Greet patients, interview them to obtain medical history, and record vital signs.
- Prepare patients for examination and assist professional staff during exams.
- Administer approved medications and immunizations as directed by a provider and as permitted by state law.
· Collect and label laboratory specimens (blood, urine, etc).
· Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies, adhering to all safety and infection control procedures.
· Monitor and maintain inventory of medical and office supplies and report non-functioning equipment.
· Accurately document patient observations, medical history, care, and all required data into electronic medical records.
· Answer telephones, schedule patient appointments, and make appropriate referrals to other healthcare providers or division.
· Assist in the maintenance of patient education materials.
- Participate in public health and community health outreach programs
· Public Health Emergency Response Responsibilities: All District employees must be able to respond to public health emergencies when needed and appropriate. During an emergency response, employee may be assigned to a role in either operations, logistics, or administration by the Incident Commander and/or Section Chief in addition to regular duties.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications
· High school diploma or GED equivalent
· Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Training Program
· Training programs in process of accreditation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis
· Graduates of a non-accredited Medical Assisting Training Program will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and must have two years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a direct patient care setting
· Current CPR certification or ability to become certified within three months of hire.
· Persons who speak Spanish are highly encouraged to apply.
· CUPHD offers qualified bilingual employees’ additional compensation upon approval.
The expected hourly pay is $19.62. Full pay range for Class 3 Certified Medical Assistant is $18.04 - $24.35 for a 16-hour week.
To apply, go to: https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6173898.careers?CareersSearch. Applicants may also come in to apply online at CUPHD, 201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820. For full consideration, you must complete the application process.
Men, Women, Veterans, and individuals of all abilities are encouraged to apply. CUPHD also strongly encourages people of color, gay, lesbian, transgender, and non-binary people to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you need accommodations to apply, please contact LaTasha Aragon at laragon@c-uphd.org. CUPHD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.
CUPHD highly recommends being fully vaccinated with the most-up-to-date (September 2025 and beyond) influenza (seasonally). Vaccinations taken prior to September 2025 will not be accepted. Employees not vaccinated are required to mask from December 1st until April 1st of each year. Proof of vaccinations or a signed declination form must be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.
The recruitment will remain open until filled.
Posted March 25, 2026
