CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION
Classification : Health and Safety
Title : Health Assistant
Calendar : Health Assistant Fulltime or Health Assistant Part Time
Salary : Grade 112
Job Goal :
Administer and deliver health services to each student and create a climate of health and well-being on the assigned campus.
- Notification of Nondiscrimination
- Notificacin de Non Discriminacin
Minimum Qualifications :
High School diploma or equivalentCertified Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician Level 1, or LPN License.Current CPR / BLS / First-aid CertifiedAbility to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situationsBasic computer skills such as Microsoft Word and ExcelCore Job Functions :
Provides basic first aid to school site students, staff, and campus visitorsPerforms 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 complianceScreens new students for vision, hearing, and immunization historyOrganizes health office by setting up student health files, staff emergency cards, medication logs, and substitute fileReviews all student health files and emergency information for any health concerns and informs supervising district RN.Orders and maintains school health and first aid suppliesInputs daily student health office visits in Infinite CampusCompletes 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 state and districtDuplicates and distributes approved educational and instructional materials on health to teachers, parents, and studentsProvides hygiene-related demonstrations and services in the classroom as needed (hand washing)Acts as liaison between teachers, parents, students, and administratorsArrange parent conferences for special health issuesAssists parents in utilizing available community resources such as the Chandler CARE Center, Lion's Club, etc.Notifies principal and RN in any and all emergenciesNotifies principal and RN of any situation that might be considered child abuse or neglectNotifies RN of any infectious or contagious diseases that might require exclusion of the student from schoolAttends annual district mandatory health-skills fair (Fall) and district in-service (Spring)Adheres to all policies, regulations, and district rulesPerforms related duties as requestedPerforms all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by the district nurseCore Values / Professional Qualities :
Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to the position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient mannerFunction effectively as a team memberBe responsible, reliable, and punctualBe flexible and adaptable to changePositively accept directionEstablish and maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents.Direct constructive criticism toward improving the districtExercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict-resolution skillsAdhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and jobShare sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basisBe a positive role model for studentsWork with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner.Physical Requirements - Working with Students
Positions in this classification typically require stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, sitting, finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), focusing ability, or other factors applicable to the job. Employees may be subject to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, bloodborne pathogens, and loud noises. Employees may be required to lift or exert up to 30 pounds of force to move objects occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force to move objects frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force to move objects constantly. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
