School-Based Medical Assistant — Immunization Programs

DPSCD Comp; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Public Schools Community District is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide administrative and clinical support to the Vaccine Program Nurses and Nursing Department Leads. You will assist in vaccine administration, storage, data management, and education materials distribution.

The role requires a Medical Assistant certificate, a high school diploma, and at least one year of pediatric clinical and vaccination experience. BLS certification and MCIR/EMR familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Certificate or degree required.
• 1 year pediatric clinical and vaccination experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer proficiency (MCIR helpful).
• Current AHA or American Red Cross BLS.

Responsibilities

• Review school rosters and pull MCIR records.
• Document, maintain, and manage immunization records.
• Conduct CHAMPS insurance verification.
• Collaborate with schools regarding vaccine clinics.
• Routine travel to clinic locations
• Vaccine storage, handling and transport.
• Medical supply inventory and management.
• Maintain medical equipment.
• Immunization compliance task (verbal consent acquisition).
• Assess vital signs.
• Support nurses with any urgent/emergency clinic event.
• Maintain all required training for program.
• Ensure that storage equipment temperatures are documented twice daily.
• Follow proper protocol in response to temperature excursions or equipment failure.
• Remain current with all Vaccine for Children Program trainings and requirements.
• Remain current with all MCIR training.
• Prepare and participate with all Vaccine for Children Program audits.
• Monitor and assist with the safe transfer of vaccines in event of emergencies, power failures, or equipment failure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

MCIR knowledge

EMR experience

AHA/Red Cross BLS

Pediatric vaccination experience

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certificate or degree

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

MCIR system

Job description

Detroit Public Schools Community District is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide administrative and clinical support to the Vaccine Program Nurses and Nursing Department Leads. You will assist in vaccine administration, storage, data management, and education materials distribution.

The role requires a Medical Assistant certificate, a high school diploma, and at least one year of pediatric clinical and vaccination experience. BLS certification and MCIR/EMR familiarity are preferred.