Health Room Assistant (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public School•Wichita, KS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Room Assistant provides support in caring for students and maintaining the efficient operation of the school health office. The role works closely with the registered school nurse, school staff, and USD 259 administration. By law, the health clerk functions under the school nurse’s license, and the registered nurse is the primary person responsible for determining the most qualified candidate. Human Resources, the building principal, and the Coordinator of Health Services assist and provide guidance during the interview process. The position is responsible to the registered nurse, building principal, Coordinator of Health Services, and administration. The Health Room Assistant supports health office operations, student care, health records, immunization compliance, screenings, medication administration, and communication with families and the registered nurse. The role also follows district policies, health department guidance, safety rules, confidentiality requirements, and professional standards. Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required. The position may involve use of SMART boards, iPads, and standard office equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with people inside and outside the organization to give and obtain information.
Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed.
Ability to perform as an effective team player.
Ability to plan, organize, make decisions, and prioritize work to meet daily building demands.
Professional manner and positive attitude; good judgment in making decisions on recurring assignments; professionalism and confidentiality.
Ability to conform to professional standards of dress and appearance.
Knowledge of the company’s mission, purpose, goals, and the role of employees in achieving them.
Ability to operate Microsoft products proficiently.
Ability to handle situations involving a diverse population with tact and diplomacy; understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with customers and colleagues.
Ability to report to work for assigned duties and scheduled hours unless approved leave is granted; deviations from assigned hours require prior approval.
Ability to respond to emergencies in a rational, calm, and efficient manner.
Physical ability to occasionally assist in lifting students, bend, and perform CPR.
Ability to comply with WPS equipment-use guidelines.
Current First Aid and CPR/AED certification preferred.

Nice To Haves

Current First Aid and CPR/AED certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain the health room under the direction of the registered nurse.
Maintain confidentiality and follow Board Policy, Health Department guidelines, universal precautions, the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan, and other health and safety policies.
Enforce district, school, and classroom safety rules and regulations.
Provide basic first aid to students seeking health care.
Contact parents according to health protocols and the registered nurse’s guidance.
Assist with immunization-law compliance by auditing charts, notifying guardians of updates needed, and sending immunization data to the appropriate destination.
Assist with health screenings and assessments.
Maintain files or records of screening results, new immunization data, and pertinent or new student information.
Communicate new findings to the school nurse and communicate with the registered nurse in a timely manner according to protocol, especially regarding follow-up needs and student referrals.
Attend district and individual training provided by the Health Services Office, school nurse, and other district in-service activities.
Assist students with personal hygiene.
Send letters, notes, or other written communication to parents with the school nurse’s knowledge.
Assist with medication administration in compliance with medication delegation policies.
Assist with coordinating schedules for health education programs and communicate with pertinent participants.
Respond calmly to emergencies and initiate CPR and 911 calls when appropriate.
Document daily contacts as instructed by the school nurse.
Assist with health record maintenance.
Compile inventory and ordering information and assist with completing those tasks.
Assist with additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Use equipment in compliance with WPS guidelines.
Communicate effectively with supervisors and others, work as a team member, and plan, organize, make decisions, and prioritize work to meet daily building demands.
Maintain professional conduct, confidentiality, appropriate dress and appearance, and positive, responsive service to internal and external customers.