What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Assistant position at Dulce Elementary School?
QUALIFICATIONS
A. REQUIRED
*High school diploma or GED
*Current First Aid and CPR certification from an approved provider
*Two years of work experience as a health assistant, personal care technician,
hospital ward clerk, physician's office or other equivalent experience in the
medical profession
*Prior experience with physically/medically challenged children
* Good working knowledge of computer applications, including wordprocessing, database and spreadsheet packages
*Equivalent combination of education/training/experience
B. DESIRED
*Previous experience in a school setting working with children or adolescents
*Knowledge and understanding of socioeconomic diversity
SUMMARY
Administers first aid and prescribed medical care to students. Defers care to the
School Nurse when situations arise that are outside of his/her scope of
responsibility.
Reports to: School Nurse
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Administers first aid to injured students and provides short-term care to
enhance the comfort and safety of injured or ill students
Administers and records medications in accordance with District policy.
Administers vision screenings and other screenings, as directed.
Maintains computerized listings of immunizations, chronic health conditions,
daily visits and health screenings for each student.
Completes state reports on immunization and vision screenings. Files
monthly health report with the Director of Health Services
Facilitates sending ill or injured students home or to appropriate facilities
Responsible for writing and filing employee accident forms; refers injured
employees for appropriate medical treatment;
Maintains a clean, organized health office
Exhibits patience, courtesy and tact when dealing with students, parents and
the community
Exhibits empathy when caring for disabled persons and injured/ill students
Performs other related duties as assigned