Gilbert Public Schools

Position Type:

Support Staff (Non-Classroom)/Health Assistant

Date Posted:

4/19/2024

Location:

Health Services

Date Available:

07/16/2024

Closing Date:

07/12/2024

JOB DESCRIPTION BOTTOM RIGHT OF SCREEN

This position is for Towne Meadows Elementary 

Position Length: 9 Months

Job Grade: 110

Hourly Rate: $17.75 and up depending on experience

Hours Per Day: 8

Application Procedure: Apply online

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Health Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION

Gilbert Unified School District

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, scoliosis, lice checks, blood pressure, immunizations, height/weight, etc.) for the purpose of assisting nurse 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 nurse, students, and other school personnel for the purpose of providing specialized treatments, monitoring medical treatments and/or testing at school site.
• 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 medical emergency cards and 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 ref erred 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: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; handling hazardous materials; operating equipment used in Health Office as directed; operating standard office equipment; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: First aid skills and state requirements

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; of ten gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working with detailed information/data; setting priorities; and being flexible.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct/indirect supervision of registered nurse (RN) following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. 

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 10% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under some hazardous conditions and in a clean atmosphere. 

Experience

Job related experience is required. Education

Targeted job related education that meets organization’s prerequisite requirements.

Required Testing

Documentation of Hepatitis B series Continuing Educ. / Training

CPR/First Aid Recertification every 2 years

Certificates & Licenses

Certified Medical Assistant/EMT

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance FLSA Status

Non Exempt Approval Date

July 1, 2020 Salary Grade

Grade 110 9 Month

Nondiscrimination Statement

Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. 

Declaracion de Non Discriminacion

El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Gilbert no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, religión, origen nacional, sexo, edad o discapacidad en la admisión a sus programas, servicios o actividades, en el acceso a ellos, en el trato de las personas o en cualquier aspecto de sus operaciones. La falta de habilidad del idioma inglés no será una barrera para la admisión o participación en actividades y programas del Distrito. El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Gilbert tampoco discrimina en sus prácticas de contratación o empleo.

To support the District's academic mission by providing emotional, behavioral, social and prevention services to students and their families enabling students to be resilient, successful learners and gain personal and social competencies. Gilbert, AZ

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