About Miles Ahead Charter School
Miles Ahead Charter (MACS) is a tuition-free, K-5 state issued charter school with a mission to grow whole, healthy, happy people for the 21st century. MACS is focused on scholar growth and academic achievement through a whole child approach to education. Our vision is to provide all scholars with the social and academic successes necessary to help them realize their full potential for local impact and global change.
Position Summary
Miles Ahead Charter School seeks a compassionate, organized, and dependable Part-Time School Medical Assistant to support the health, safety, and well-being of Kindergarten through Sixth Grade scholars. The Medical Assistant provides basic health-related support, assists with routine medical needs, maintains accurate records, and collaborates with school staff and families. The ideal candidate exercises sound judgment, maintains confidentiality, and creates a welcoming environment where every scholar can thrive.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Scholar Health and First Aid
- Provide basic first aid and support for minor injuries or illnesses within training and authorized scope.
- Observe and document reported symptoms without independently diagnosing conditions.
- Recognize emergencies, activate school response protocols, and refer to emergency services or licensed professionals when appropriate.
- Follow procedures for injury, illness, family notification, and health office cleanliness and supplies.
Medication and Health Plan Support
- Assist with medication administration or supervision only when authorized by applicable Georgia law, school policy, required training, and written permissions.
- Support individualized healthcare and emergency action plans under appropriate supervision.
- Maintain accurate medication records when assigned and authorized; ensure secure storage of medications and supplies.
Health Records and Compliance
- Maintain accurate, organized, confidential scholar health records.
- Help track immunization records, health screenings, and required medical forms; follow up on missing documentation.
- Support school compliance with applicable health requirements and privacy rules, including FERPA.
Communication and Collaboration
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with scholars, families, teachers, and administrators.
- Report significant health concerns promptly to designated school personnel.
- Collaborate with leadership and healthcare professionals; support schoolwide health and wellness activities.
School Safety and Wellness
- Help maintain first-aid kits and emergency medical supplies.
- Support communicable disease prevention practices and school emergency procedures.
- Document health office visits and perform other related duties consistent with qualifications and authorized scope.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Medical Assistant training program completion and CMA, RMA, or comparable credential preferred.
- Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain before performing assigned emergency-response duties.
- Experience in pediatric, school-based, family practice, or community health settings preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, recordkeeping, and confidentiality skills.
- Successful completion of required background checks and school employment screenings.
Preferred Qualifications
- One or more years of healthcare or school health experience; experience with elementary-aged children.
- Familiarity with childhood asthma, allergies, diabetes, and seizure disorders.
- Knowledge of Georgia school health requirements and electronic health or student information systems.
Work Schedule and Compensation
Schedule: Up to 16 hours per week, generally during regular school hours; specific days and times depend on school needs. Compensation: $18/Hour. Classification and benefits: Determined in accordance with applicable law and school policy for part-time employees.
Physical and Professional Requirements
The role may require standing, walking, bending, lifting supplies, and responding promptly to scholar needs. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, compassion, cultural responsiveness, and the MACS High Five Habits: Integrity, Kindness, Compassion, Determination, and Wonder.
Scope of Practice and Supervision
This position does not replace a licensed school nurse. The Medical Assistant may not independently diagnose, prescribe, conduct nursing assessments, or perform tasks requiring professional licensure unless separately qualified and legally authorized. Clinical and medication-related duties must follow Georgia law, MACS policies, appropriate training, and any required licensed-professional oversight.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Miles Ahead Charter School is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination based on any status protected by applicable law.