What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant -- Health Careers position at Kern Community College District?
Instructional Assistant Health Careers
Kern Community College District
Salary : $4,621.38 - $6,529.89 Monthly
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : FY24-2501097
Location : Bakersfield, CA
Department : Nursing
Basic Function
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide individual and group instructional services of a paraprofessional nature in a subject area; prepare, distribute and discuss grades and examinations with students; assist in the instructional process of teaching complex patient skills; assist in the instructional computer lab; provide clerical assistance to the teaching staff.
Representative Duties
Assist or tutor an individual or small group of students in a specific subject area; select, order and distribute instructional materials; answer student questions regarding individual lessons; demonstrate a variety of nursing procedures.
Monitor and assist students in the Allied Health computer lab; maintain and set-up audio-visual and skill laboratory equipment.
Type, distribute and grade tests; record test scores, review results with students; assist instructors with the administration of assessment and placement tests.
Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to assigned activities; prepare computer lab schedule.
Calculate and record grade cards and incomplete grade notices; distribute notices to students concerning lack of attendance or possible course failure; drop students from course.
Maintain instructional supply inventory; order and stock equipment, materials and supplies as needed; recommend equipment repair or replacement as necessary.
Operate a variety of medical and office equipment including a computer.
Answer telephones; provide information to students and faculty concerning the department and tutorial services.
Attend a variety of meetings, workshops and in-service training programs.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination equivalent to :
Associate degree supplemented by course work in nursing and one year of nursing experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS :
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Vocational or Registered Nurse license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Current Healthcare Provider CPR card.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an Intravenous Therapy Certificate, if LVN.
Applicants must submit to and pass a drug-screen test as part of their pre-employment physical examination.
Salary
Classified Salary Schedule , Range ##.# : $5431.10 - $7674.01 (monthly). Maximum Entry Level Salary : $5706.05 monthly.
Special Instructions
Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled. However, internal transfer applications received by 02 / 10 / 25 are assured consideration . The District and / or College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment / selection process at any point.
Completed application packet s must include the following.
- Completed Online Application for Employment form
- Current resume
- Letter of interest (Cover Letter)
- Copy of legible transcripts, if applicable
- List of five (5) professional references - Listed on application form
It is the applicant's responsibility to redact or remove any personal information from all documents prior to uploading. This includes Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and any photos of the applicant.
International or Foreign Degree s
Applicants with international or foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.
Accommodations
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. (See our EEO Plan 2021-2024 .)
Discrimination Free Work Environment
The District and College are strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District and College encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he / she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices. (See our Discrimination Free Work Environment information.)
Work Authorization
Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.
Knowledge and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE OF :
Principles and methods of nursing instruction.
Principles and methods of nursing procedures.
Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.
Record-keeping techniques.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Operation of standard medical equipment.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Health and safety regulations. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Oral and written communication skills.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Basic math.
ABILITY TO :
Instruct individual and small groups of students in nursing procedures.
Assist teachers with a variety of programs.
Operate and demonstrate the use of standard medical equipment.
Respond to student requests and inquiries.
Operate a variety of modern office equipment including a computer.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Work independently with little direction.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
All applicants must apply online at https : / / www.schooljobs.com / careers / kccd / jobs / 4796711 / instructional-assistant-health-careers . Emails will not be accepted.
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Salary : $4,621 - $6,530
