Job detail
School Medical Assistant (MA) - Warren Township Schools
Community Health Network
#Patient Care#Healthcare#Medical Assistant#Medication Management#Student Health#Pediatrics#Medical Assistant Certification#School Health#Chronic Health Issues
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 9 days ago
Location
Warren Township, Ohio
Quick overview
The School Medical Assistant provides health services to support the physical, mental, and social development of students. Responsibilities include managing chronic health issues, administering medications, and promoting healthy habits to facilitate learning.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a medical assisting certificate or a high school diploma with relevant experience, and must obtain certification within six months of hire. A minimum of two years of medical assistant experience, including two years specifically with pediatric patients, is required.
high schoolprofessional certificateTeamworkCommunication SkillsHealth EducationPatient CareMedical AssistingMedication ManagementPediatric CareChronic Health Management
Job description
- Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you. Make a Difference The School Medical Assistant provides health services to facilitate optimal physical, mental, emotional and social growth and development for students within the schools. Cares for students with chronic health issues and helps identify health needs during the course of the school day. Supports health education, medication management, emotional support and referral to higher levels of care based on student needs. Supports the education process by working to assure the health of the students. Promotes health habits and overall health to strengthen maximum learning. The School MA will support Liberty Park Elementary located on the east side in Indianapolis, Indiana. This MA opening is for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, and the MA will start in the summer of 2026. Exceptional Skills and Qualifications
- Graduate/certificate of completion from a recognized medical assisting program OR a High School Diploma/GED + one year of medical assistant experience in a physician practice within the past three years.
- Medical Assistant certification required within 6 months of hire.
- Two years or more of medical assistant experience required.
- Two years of experience working with pediatric patients required.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent team skills.
- Compassionate and caring.
- Accountable.
- Self-directed.