Dental Certified Nursing Assistant, Part-Time

Job Description

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JOB ID: 26000083

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\n Hershey, PA\n

\n Part-time\n

\n Job Category: Health Services (Medical, Dental and Psych Svcs)\n

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the worlds best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students for future generations.

MHS provides students with cost-free medical, dental, and psychological care through expert staff and advanced facilities, including a 40-bed health center, three school nurse clinics, and three dental clinics. We are seeking a part-time, 10-month* Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the Dental Services Department. In this role, the CNA will support the dental clinic driver by accompanying students recovering from dental procedures/sedation and safely escorting them to and from off-campus specialty appointments. The position also includes providing emotional support, caregiving, palliative care, and supervision while ensuring accountability, student safety, and confidentiality in accordance with school protocols.

*This 10-month position typically includes summers, holidays, and school breaks off. The role works up to 29 hours per week on a flexible schedule, generally including student transports on Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 7:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., two Wednesdays per month from 7:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., and student recovery care on most Fridays from 7:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Hours may vary based on student appointments, specialty office availability, and the timing of school breaks and holidays.

The hourly pay range for this position is $19.92 to $26.60, based on experience. Part-time employees are eligible for a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program (EAP), free meals while on duty, and discounts in the Hershey area.

Qualifications:

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  High School Diploma or equivalent required

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  Valid current certification from a state approved Nursing Assistant training program or equivalent required

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  Minimum of 1 year experience as certified nursing or medical assistant

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  Experience working with or around children & youth preferred

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  Current CPR and First Aid certifications

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  Valid PA drivers license, in good standing

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  OSHA trained for blood-borne pathogens

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  Physically able to lift and assist sedated students

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  Experience with Microsoft applications and other systems

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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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  Exceptional multi-tasking and organizational skills

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  HIPAA compliant to maintain student confidentiality

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  Candidates must be willing to actively engage with students beyond the scope of their job responsibilities

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  Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, as all MHS Staff are role models for MHS Students.

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