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Milton Hershey School lists this Certified Medical Assistant, Part-Time opportunity in hershey, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Certified Medical Assistant, Part-TimeMilton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students. The unique and child-centered structure of MHS's Health Services programs enables nurses to focus where their heart is – on student/patient care. We have on campus a 24/7/365 health center facility with 40-bed infirmary and 3 school medical clinics with state-of-the art equipment. At MHS, we seek to educate the whole child. We care about providing comprehensive health and wellness programs for our students. These include free medical, dental & psychological care. MHS is a culture of excellence and collaboration, dedicated to student health and success. We are seeking a part-time Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join the growing team. The CMAs assist the registered nurses to provide high quality health care to students from PreK – 12 grades in a 40-bed Health Center and in the school-based clinics. This includes assisting with admissions & discharge procedures of students, as well as transporting and accompanying students to and from medical appointments off campus including emergency room visits. This is a year-round position averaging 24-29 hours per week. Shifts are primarily 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. and include every other weekend plus a rotating holiday schedule, based on student's needs. Potential set schedule: Week 1: Thursday - Sunday; Week 2: Thursday and Friday. Hourly pay rate: $22.91 - 30.59 an hour (plus shift differential), pay is determined based on experience. Part-time employees are eligible for a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program (EAP), free lunches when on duty, and Hershey area discounts.QualificationsVocational or other technical school, certification, training or apprenticeship beyond high school required. Valid current certification from a state approved Medical Assistant training program or equivalent required. At least one year of experience in providing nursing aide care in a hospital, clinic or residential care facility required. Current CPR and First Aid certifications. Valid PA driver's license, in good standing. OSHA trained blood-borne pathogens. Physically able to lift and assist injured students. Willing to support and follow school & departmental policies & procedures. Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to follow detailed and specific instructions accurately. Commitment to provide high quality care to children and youth. Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative and team environment in a busy and dynamic work setting. Candidates must demonstrate a high level of integrity, as all MHS Staff are role models for MHS Students. Candidates must be willing to actively engage with students beyond the scope of their job responsibilities.
Worksite address
hershey, PA, 17033, US
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