Public Health Assistant

City of New York • New York, NY

7h • $20 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Public Health Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the delivery of school-based health services by ensuring the accurate collection, maintenance, and communication of student health information.

Requirements

• A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization; or
• Completion of eleventh grade of high school, and one year of full-time satisfactory experience performing health-related or clerical duties.
• Education and/or experience that is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have completed the eleventh grade of high school.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physician in performing physical examinations.
• Collect and transmit medical information from assigned school.
• Create and update school medical records.
• Issue forms for mandated physical examinations.
• Participate in agency wide activities for Emergency Preparedness.

Benefits

• premium-free health insurance plan
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

What This Job Offers

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