Health Assistant

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

CLASSIFICATION: SUPPORT STAFF

JOB TITLE: HEALTH OFFICE ASSISTANT

CALENDAR: 1967FT FULL-TIME (9 MONTH)

SALARY: GRADE 112 (SUPPORT HOURLY)

Job Goal:

Administer and deliver health services to each student and create a climate of health and well-being on the assigned campus.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician Level 1, or LPN License.
• Current CPR/BLS/First-aid Certified
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergencies
• Basic computer skills, such as Microsoft Word and Excel

Core Job Functions:

• Provides basic first aid to school site students, staff, and campus visitors
• Performs medical procedures such as diabetic care, tube feedings, catheterizations, seizure care, and other medical duties as prescribed by medical professionals (with appropriate training and delegation by the supervising registered nurse)
• Administers rescue medications such as SVNs, inhalers, EpiPens, Klonopin, rectal Diastat, etc., as prescribed by medical professionals (with appropriate training and delegation by the supervising registered nurse)
• Administers daily prescription and over-the-counter medications to students in accordance with school board policy under the supervision of the district nurse and maintains accurate records of medication given.
• Review student immunization records to ensure state compliance
• Screens new students for vision, hearing, and immunization history
• Organizes the health office by setting up student health files, staff emergency cards, medication logs, and the substitute file
• Reviews all student health files and emergency information for any health concerns and informs the supervising district RN.
• Orders and maintains school health and first aid supplies
• Input daily student health office visits in Infinite Campus
• Completes accident reports clearly and concisely for all accidents where the student is seen by a medical professional, or 911 is called.
• Compiles periodic and year-end reports for the state and district
• Duplicates and distributes approved educational and instructional materials on health to teachers, parents, and students
• Provides hygiene-related demonstrations and services in the classroom as needed (hand washing)
• Acts as liaison between teachers, parents, students, and administrators
• Arrange parent conferences for special health issues
• Assists parents in utilizing available community resources such as the Chandler CARE Center, Lions Club, etc.
• Notifies the principal and RN in any emergencies
• Notifies the principal and RN of any situation that might be considered child abuse or neglect
• Notifies RN of any infectious or contagious diseases that might require exclusion of the student from school
• Attends annual district mandatory health-skills fair (Fall) and district in-service (Spring)
• Adheres to all policies, regulations, and district rules
• Performs related duties as requested
• Performs all duties safely and prudently as directed by the district nurse

Core Values:

• Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.
• Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.
• Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.
• Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.
• Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. We are supported by our community because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities:

• Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner
• Function effectively as a team member
• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Positively accept direction
• Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis
• Be a positive role model for students
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements: Working with Students

• Mobility and Movement: Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, and sit. The role involves repetitive finger and manual dexterity.
• Sensory and Communication: Requires the ability to speak, hear, and see (with correction) to perform essential job functions.
• Physical Exertion:
• • Occasionally: Lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequently: Lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
  • Constantly: Lift or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Work Environment: Employees may be exposed to various environmental factors such as odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, bloodborne pathogens, and loud noises.
• General: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Note:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the school/department.