Health Assistant: Pima Butte elementary School

Maricopa Unified School District #20 • Maricopa, AZ

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About The Position

The Health Assistant supports the provision of health care services to students and staff at Pima Butte Elementary School. The role attends to people who become ill or are injured, assists the nurse with health office operations and student health records, and supports medication administration, immunization compliance, and vision and hearing screenings. The position is classified as non-exempt and is a 9-month position working 40 hours per week. Compensation is determined by the approved classified compensation plan, based on education and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic medical procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and FERPA guidelines, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to perform basic medical procedures.
• Ability to maintain files, reports, and other medical documentation.
• Ability to operate office equipment and computer applications.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with adults and children.

Nice To Haves

• One year of health experience is recommended but not required.
• Medical Assistant Certification.
• Nursing Assistant Certification, Emergency Technician Certification, or Medication Aide Certification.
• American Heart CPR and AED Certification.
• First Aid course completed within three months of hire.
• Hearing and Vision Screening Certification, as class space is available.

Responsibilities

• Attend to students and staff who become ill or have accidents requiring medical attention.
• Make referrals to community health care resources after consulting with the nurse.
• Assist with maintaining the school health office and health records.
• Assist the nurse in ensuring students have required immunizations and prepare a list of students who are not current for the nurse to review with the building Principal.
• Assist with vision and hearing screenings.
• Assist nurses with medication administration in accordance with district policy and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Monitor health office supplies and equipment.
• Complete and maintain paperwork, reports, and files.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building Principal and Lead District Nurse.
• Maintain a daily log of students seen in the health office.
• Complete accident reports clearly and concisely and leave them for the school nurse to follow up before completing the form.
• Assist with student enrollment, review immunizations before students attend school, and consult the nurse as needed.
• Notify the building Principal and Lead District Nurse of emergencies and outbreaks of infectious diseases.
• Report suspected child neglect or abuse.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED