Medical Assistant I, School Based Health Centers, Cab Calloway Charter

ChristianaCare•Newark, DE

7d•$19 - $28

About The Position

ChristianaCare's School-Based Health Centers is seeking a professional, dependable, detail-oriented part-time Medical Assistant I with strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills. The centers are embedded in high schools and elementary schools across Newcastle and Kent Counties and provide students with comprehensive medical and mental health care, treatment, and health education. They are operated through a partnership among ChristianaCare, school districts, and the Delaware Division of Public Health, Department of Health and Social Services. The Medical Assistant I supports physicians in virtual and on-site patient care, performing clinical and clerical duties to help ensure quality care. This is a benefits-eligible part-time role with a 40-hour work week for 42 weeks annually. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with no weekends or holidays.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program, or current Medical Assistant certification from a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills.

Responsibilities

Greet and support patients virtually and in person.
Prepare patients for visits.
Perform basic clinical and administrative tasks, including assisting with exams.
Maintain exam rooms and equipment.
Update electronic medical records (EMR).
Manage patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling.
Handle clerical duties.
Troubleshoot video visits and support patient portal access.

Benefits

First-day medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage.
Low deductibles and $0 copays for unlimited primary care with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.
32 days of paid time off annually, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
Fertility care through Progyny and maternity education and support.
Adoption assistance up to $5,000.
12 weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service.
Two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service.
Free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.
Employee assistance program.