Certified Medical Assistant, Part-Time

Job Description - Certified Medical Assistant, Part-Time )

Certified Medical Assistant, Part-Time - (  )

Milton 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. 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 on student/patient care.

We have on campus a 24/7/365 health center facility with a 40-bed infirmary and 3 school medical clinics with state-of-the-art equipment. MHS seeks to educate the whole child and provides comprehensive health and wellness programs for students, including 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. This is a year-round position with up to 24-29 hours per week, day shift 7:00 am - 3:30 pm or evening shift 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm, including every other weekend and holidays rotation, based on student’s needs.

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.

Hourly pay rate: $22.33 - $29.81, 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.

• Vocational 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.
• 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.

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Milton Hershey School does not discriminate in admissions or other programs and services on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, religious creed or disability. .Equal Opportunity Policy