Certified Medical Assistant - YES Prep Northwest Secondary (Immediate Opening)

Description Job Description POSITION: Certified Medical Assistant REPORTS TO: Director of Campus Operations POSITION TYPE: 11-month START DATE: 26-27 School Year COMPENSATION: $17.27-$23.24 per hour At YES Prep, work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through best-in-class development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of a high-performing, team-oriented culture. Some quick stats about us: 21,650 Students 2,600 Team Members 16 Secondary Campuses 12 Elementary Campuses 91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch 96% Hispanic & African-American Students 99% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University 85% First-Generation College Students Ranked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public-school districts and other great public charter school options within Houston’s city limits serving our increasing population.

THE ROLE

When you join the YES Prep team, some of the work and responsibilities will include: Maintain updated vaccine requirements and Ensure Timely Completion of All Medical Screenings Maintaining system-wide student medical and immunization records; Processing state required screenings including vision, hearing, scoliosis, and ANTES screenings; Ensuring compliance with HIPPA, FERPA, and other national standards to protect the privacy of student health information; Accurate & Timely Clinic Documentation in Skyward Inputting student health data into the student information system within 48 hours; Maintaining sign-in sheets, incident reports, and medication logs for students; Processing and adhering to the students’ Individual Health Plans; Efficiently supporting students’ medical needs and ensuring they spend no more than 10 minutes in the clinic unless they are waiting to be picked up by a guardian; Assisting with inventory of medical supplies and proactively replenishing supplies; Campus Operations Quality Support Implementing school health management protocols for students with chronic health issues, e.g., seizure, asthma, diabetes; Responding urgently to any campus medical emergencies; Promoting health and community services to students, staff, and families; Supporting campus attendance initiatives and ensuring accurate clinic data for attendance reconciliation; Providing operational support as a backup for partner campuses to ensure continuity of services and smooth campus operations. Additional duties as assigned.

THE PERSON

We seek staff with a multitude of backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility. Other traits needed and desired for this role are:

MUST HAVES

High School Diploma or equivalent Valid Medical Assistant Certification in the State of Texas Current on First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed and Diabetes certification with a commitment to keep all required trainings and certifications up to date Bilingual Required (Spanish) Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value for YES Prep Public Schools Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback Ability to maintain emotional control under stress Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment Creates and maintains positive working relationships on a team and/or in a highlight collaborative environment A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional

THE MUST HAVE BELIEFS

Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw-dropping results Conviction that high expectations + high accountability = high performance and high growth

EVERY OPPORTUNITY STARTS WITH A YES

Great schools begin with great people who believe every day is an opportunity to make a difference. At YES Prep, you have an opportunity to join a family of educators who are leveling the playing field by providing opportunities for a high-quality, college-forward curriculum while also ensuring our students feel supported through their academic journey and empowered to lead choice-filled lives. YES Prep is more than a family of public charter schools, it’s the future of public education—it’s an opportunity to say, “Yes, you can!

THE PERKS

Compensation – This position is an non-exempt, hourly position; salary offers commensurate with experience. Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 monthly medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits. Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan. Paid Time Off – Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 12 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar. Paid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid at 100%, based on eligibility and tenure. Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development. Award Winning Culture – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named Houston’s Best Place To Work in 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2025. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education and were a 2016 finalist as well. YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood. #J-18808-Ljbffr YES Prep