Health Assistant #18-27

Newport-Mesa Unified School District•Costa Mesa, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director, Health Services, this role provides a variety of health services at a District site, prepares and maintains related records, files, and reports. The position is located at Newport Elementary School, working 7 hours per day, 5 days per week, for 10 months per year. The ability to speak Spanish is required for some locations, which includes a bilingual proficiency exam and a 2.5% bilingual stipend at time of hire.

Requirements

Graduation from high school.
Some experience involving general office work.
Valid First Aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency (must be obtained within probationary period).
Ability to speak Spanish (required for some locations).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Software.
Access to a computer with an internet connection.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a health care service environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide a variety of health services for students.
Assist in the evaluation and documentation of student health complaints and determine appropriate action.
Maintain related records using a computerized system.
Screen student complaints to report medical conditions, take and record temperatures, assist asthmatic students, and provide first aid.
Administer prescribed medications according to physician instructions and District procedures.
Communicate with parents, health care providers, other departments, and the school nurse regarding student condition and care.
Identify students needing immunizations and CHDP physicals, maintain updated records, and send follow-up notices.
Prepare for and organize health screenings (vision, dental, hearing), follow up on referrals, and maintain records.
Process incoming records for new students and update health information for current students, verifying compliance with state regulations.
Assist with specialized medical needs for disabled students, monitor blood sugar levels, respond to seizures, perform catheterizations, and other specialized health care procedures.
Check pulse oxygen levels and administer inhalers or nebulizers under the direction of the school nurse.
Notify teachers of student activity restrictions.
Order health office supplies, refill classroom first aid kits, and maintain the health office.
Prepare, coordinate, and organize medications and authorizations for field trips and other special events.
Maintain order and discipline in the student health office and maintain a log of students visiting.
Instruct students on proper personal hygiene, assist students with changing clothes and using the restroom, and check for head lice.
Perform routine clerical duties such as filing, typing, answering phones, preparing student records, sending faxes, and duplicating materials.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer.
Assist in the documentation of accidents.
Attend and participate in various meetings and conferences related to assigned activities.