Certified Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) - In School Health Pekin - Preschool

Carle Health; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant to oversee clinical and clerical functions in the school health office. Responsibilities include patient care, record maintenance, and compliance monitoring to ensure a positive learning environment for students. Join a supportive team dedicated to fostering a healthy and safe school environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.
• Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Serves as primary contact for student health assistance.
• Maintains student health records and monitors compliance.
• Provides first aid and assists with medication administration.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Record Keeping

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Under general supervision, oversees workflow of day-to-day duties of the school health office; performs a variety of clinical and clerical functions as assigned by the school registered nurse to optimize a positive learning environment for students and staff. Responsibilities will vary according to the school health program and the school's medical needs.

Qualifications

Certifications: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA); Driver's License - Secretary of State (SOS); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (AMT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT). Education: H.S. Diploma/GED. Work Experience: [Specify if applicable].

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

• Serves as the primary point of contact for students needing health assistance and maintains good working relationships with students, parents, staff members, and administration.
• Provides care to students by possessing knowledge and skills necessary to perform various clinical tasks, and reporting illnesses/injuries to parents and the school nurse as warranted.
• Assists school nurse with administering daily medication to students prescribed by the Primary Care Provider, as delegated and in accordance with the written policy.
• Maintains student immunization and health records, along with class lists.
• Reviews Emergency/Medical History forms for completeness and appropriateness of information.
• Monitors and maintains accurate, up-to-date records of school compliance for immunizations, physical examinations, and vision/hearing screenings. Reports all non-compliance cases to registered nurse and/or building principal in a timely manner.
• Enters and maintains accurate student health information in the computerized student information management system.
• Charts all student visits promptly and appropriately.
• Provides prompt, adequate, and competent first aid services for students as needed.
• Prepares and/or performs health screenings as assigned.

Physical Environment of Care

• Ensures the health office is well-maintained and functional.
• Possesses knowledge about the safety policies of the school health program, as well as the established policies and procedures of the organization and the school district.
• Actively participates in cleaning and disinfecting the health office.

About Us

Find it here.

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups, and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and lifelong careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information: [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $18 per hour - $29.13 per hour. This range is a good faith minimum and maximum at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, location, licenses, shifts, and other factors. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package. To learn more, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.