Medical Aide-SST Champions Elementary

School of Science & Technology•Houston, TX

8d•$18 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Aide-SST Champions Elementary position is a full-time role responsible for providing direct health care, emergency first aid, and related health services to students. This role involves preventive health care, including screenings, immunization tracking, and referrals. The Medical Aide will also serve as a resource for students, parents, and staff regarding health matters, conduct health counseling, and maintain health records in compliance with state regulations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Currently licensed as a Certified Medical Assistant in the state of Texas preferred
1 year of experience in the field is preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
Ability to organize special programs for assigned campus.
Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.
Ability to analyze data.
Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Currently licensed as a Certified Medical Assistant in the state of Texas
1 year of experience in the field

Responsibilities

Participates in the formulation of campus health program goals and objectives.
Provides direct health care, emergency first aid and care, and related health services according to SST SCHOOLS policies and procedures.
Provides preventive health care by: providing appraisals, screening programs, referral and follow-up; recognizing, reporting, and using control measures on communicable diseases; and monitoring and providing follow-up on immunization needs.
Provides families with information on health and medical resources and assists families to access medical care.
Conducts health counseling, makes home visits, and follows through on health problems as needed.
Conducts specific health instruction for students, parents, and staff and serves as a resource to staff regarding health instruction.
Maintains and submits Student Immunization Records to Department of State Health Services.
Contacts parents regarding Immunization requirements.
Performs state mandated student screenings and submits results to Department of State Health Services.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.