Medical Assisting Professional Technician (6387)

Medical Assisting Professional Technician
LOCATION: Cascadia Technical Academy (CTA)
REPORTS TO: Instructor/Director Cascadia Technical Academy (CTA)
DEPARTMENT: Secondary

Hours / Work Times

7 Hours Per Day (7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. includes 30 minutes unpaid lunch)

190 Days Per Year (180 student days / 10 holidays)

This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 06/26/24.

Must meet Paraeducator Employment Requirements as follows*:
Be at least eighteen (18) years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent; AND
Must meet one or more of the following:
Have received a passing score of 455 or higher on the Education Testing Service ParaPro Assessment (ETS test/PRAXIS); or
Hold an Associate Degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; or
Have completed a Paraeducator Apprenticeship Program (program must be registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council).

• If you do not meet the required qualifications listed above, your name will be screened out from the list of qualified candidates.

Upon hire, new paraeducators will be required to complete state required training offered through Evergreen School District.

Position Duration:Permanent

Classification Group: Professional Technicians (PSE) Class IV
Click this link to find the salary schedule associated with this position PSE Large Group Salary Schedule https://sites.google.com/evergreenps.org/human-resources/home#h.p_A_K6DpIVNdiq

Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:
Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information click EPS Benefits Information https://sites.google.com/evergreenps.org/human-resources-benefits/benefits .
Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.
Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position PSE Large Group CBA https://sites.google.com/evergreenps.org/human-resources/home#h.p_A_K6DpIVNdiq .

We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation including fingerprints Click here for Fingerprinting Services https://www.esd112.org/hr/fingerprinting/?target=fingerprinting-process .

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

External applicants must include official transcripts (upon hire) to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.

SUMMARY STATEMENT:
The Professional Technician for the Medical Assisting program is responsible to assist Instructor(s) in the supervision and evaluation of students at the Cascadia Technical Academy (CTA). In addition, this position will assist the instructors as requested in the instructional process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist the program instructor(s) in supervising and working with students as follows:
Communicate effectively with students, staff, and the general public.
Assist in providing group instruction to students.
Assist in establishing and maintaining a positive learning environment.
Assist in evaluating and specifying direction of instruction so as to maximize each student's potential.
Maintain accurate data on student progress.
Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests.
Implement behavioral management strategies using the emphasis and techniques that have been outlined by the instructor(s).
Assist in organizing and preparing a variety of instructional materials.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:
Vision (66-100%)
Writing (Up to 33%)
Speaking (66-100%)

Reaching (33-66%)
Hearing (66-100%)
Acceptable Attendance

Standing (33-66%)
Squatting (33-66%)
Sitting (33-66%)

Walking (33-66%)
Bending/Stooping (33-66%)
Lifting Up to 50 lbs. individually (Up to 33%)

At Risk for exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.

MENTAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:
Reading Documents (66-100%)
Constant Interruptions (66-100%)
Verbal Communication (66-100%)

Confidentiality (66-100%)
Written Communication (Up to 33%)
Multiple Concurrent Tasks (66-100%)

Percentages of requirements of physical and mental tasks are only an estimate. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability will be considered in order for them to perform the essential functions of the job.

(66-100%) = Continuously
(33-66%) = Frequently
(Up to 33%) = Occasionally

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY:
Computer, typewriter, telephone, copy machines, and all other tools and equipment necessary to perform the essential functions as listed above.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Washington State Medical Assisting or LPN license required.
Recent experience in clinical setting required.
Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn computer skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and the general public.
Demonstrated ability to work with and supervise high school students.
Must possess personal characteristics of flexibility, initiative, cooperativeness and confidentiality.
Must possess organizational skills and the ability to follow through.
Demonstrated ability to operate the office equipment as listed in the tools and equipment area above.
Must qualify for and be willing to obtain a Type II Driver's License.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:
Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.
Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.

Notice of Nondiscrimination:
Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX Coordinator
Cale Piland
Director of Athletics/Activities
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver, WA 98668-8910
Telephone: (360) 604-4430
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Cate Winters
Health Services Manager
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver, WA 98668-8910
Telephone: (360) 604-6711
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Tracy Thompson
Senior Director Human Resources
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver, WA 98668-8910
Telephone: (360) 604-4014