Health Assistant at Gilbert Unified School Dist 41 in Gilbert, AZ

Job description

Position Length: 9 Months Job Grade: 110 Hourly Rate: $18.47 and up depending on experience Hours Per Day: 4 hours (9:30 am - 1:30pm) Location: Canyon Rim Elemenary Application Procedure: Apply online Fingerprint Clearance Card: Must have a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing . Please follow these steps: Step One Step Two Health Assistant Purpose Statement The job of Health Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing clerical/clinical support in addressing the health needs of students; and providing appropriate care and/or referral for ill, and/or injured students as may be required. Essential Functions Administers mandated screenings (e.g. hearing, vision, lice checks, blood pressure, etc.) for the purpose of assisting nurses and meeting requirements. Advises in the enrollment of students for the purpose of ensuring proper immunization history and verification of immunizations, and/or conveying or receiving information. Assists nurses, students, and other school personnel for the purpose of providing specialized treatments, monitoring medical treatments and/or testing at school sites. Cleans and organizes work areas (e.g. office areas, sinks, counters, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary environment. Consults with RN regarding a variety of issues (e.g. emergency situations, neglect/abuse, assessment needs, infectious/contagious diseases,) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety and/or health care concerns, minimizing infection and complying with the law. Distributes educational and instructional materials for the purpose of instructing teachers, students and/or parents on a variety of health subjects. Follows universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times for the purpose of minimizing the risk of transmitting contagious and/or infectious disease. Maintains inventory of school health and first aid supplies for the purpose of ensuring availability of material as needed. Maintains health records (e.g. mandated screening, immunization records, medication logs, accident reports, daily logs, etc.) for the purpose of resolving discrepancies in records and/or providing information required by legal and professional standards. Participates as a provider in the recording, reporting and gathering of data for the Direct Service Claiming (DSC) program for the purpose of meeting (DSC) requirements. Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, faxing, etc.) for the purpose of supporting health services staff. Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. purchase orders, rescreen lists, student records, accident reports, notices, newsletters, periodic and year-end reports, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established regulations, documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information. Reports unsafe environment conditions in the building or grounds to the principal for the purpose of ensuring the safety of students and staff. Responds to inquiries of students, staff and the public for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as may be required. Schedules screenings, etc. for the purpose of coordinating activities and ensuring compliance with established regulations. Supervises students for the purpose of monitoring students referred for illness, failed screenings and/or injuries Administer medications and treatments under the supervision of the nurse and the Director of Health Services. Other Functions Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Attends meetings (e.g. in-service training, faculty meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information. Job Requirements Mental Requirements Learning Development- Level C Sufficient to read and write technical instruction, understand standardized methods, operate specialized and varied equipment, perform standard mathematical applications. Learning development in