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

Carle Health•Peoria, IL

9d•$18 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the school registered nurse, oversee workflow of day-to-day duties of the school health office; perform direct patient care, complete timely documentation, ensure the daily health needs of students are met efficiently and safely. Promote student wellness and optimize a positive learning environment for students and staff. Responsibilities will vary according to the school health program and the school's medical needs.

Requirements

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) - National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (AMT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (ARMA) - American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (AAH) - American Allied Health (AAH)
H.S. Diploma/GED
1 year clinical experience

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for students needing health assistance and maintains good working relationships with students, parents, staff members, and administration.
Provide routine health services to students within the CMA scope of practice, including monitoring vital signs, administering prescribed medications, and documenting care provided and reporting illnesses/injuries to parents and the school nurse as warranted.
Support the management of chronic health conditions (e.g. diabetes, asthma, severe allergies, seizure disorders) by following individual health plans and emergency action plans.
Manage and maintain accurate student immunization and health records for school compliance. Reports all non-compliance cases to registered nurse and/or building principal in a timely manner.
Enter and maintains accurate student health information in the computerized student information management system.
Participate in health plans, staff trainings, and emergency drills.
Provide prompt, adequate, and competent first aid services for students as needed.
Prepare and/or performs health screenings as assigned
Ensure the health office is well-maintained and functional.
Possess 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.
Collaborate with school registered nurse to ensure continuity of care and escalation of complex needs.
Determine the impact of contagious illnesses and acting to prevent the spread of communicable diseases in the school setting.
Assist in the development and implementation of individualized health plans and emergency action plans under nurse direction.