Health Technician

Are you a dedicated and detail-oriented Seasonal Health Technician looking to make a meaningful impact on patient care? PanCare of Florida is seeking a skilled and compassionate Health Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be an essential part of delivering high-quality healthcare services ensuring the smooth operation of patient care. You will work closely with healthcare professionals and patients to provide vital support, and ensure patient comfort and safety. If you have a passion for healthcare, thrive in a dynamic environment, and enjoy working with diverse teams, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services. We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Seasonal Health Technician to provide essential health services at Tyndall AFB Academy. This flexible, role will support school health teams in ensuring the well-being of students by assisting with health assessments, first aid, and general medical care. The ideal candidate will be responsive, proactive, and ready to step in as needed to support a variety of health needs in a school environment. 

   Responsibilities:  

• Following and enforcing school policies and procedures affecting the health, safety and well-being of employees and students in the school health setting
• Providing medication administration; maintaining proper documentation for the administration of medication and provide parent awareness of the need to re-supply medication.
• Administering minor first aid
• May assist with managing communicable diseases and conditions
• Notifying PanCare nurse, parent/guardian, and principal of acutely ill or injured students
• Completing head lice interventions (including detection, parent education and screening for re-admission to school); Efforts will be made to avoid peak medication distribution times which typically occurs during the hours of 10:30am-1:00pm
• Performing CPR/AED as needed
• Documentation and data reporting of services provided in clinic according to established policy and procedure
• Communicating with school health nurse, school personnel or parent/guardian as needed for care of student
• Assisting in the provision of health screenings of students:  hearing, vision, scoliosis, BMI and subsequent follow up referrals as requested
• Performing specialized medical procedures for students after receiving child specific training and delegation by registered nurse, such as:
• Monitoring Clean catherization
• Performing or assisting with blood glucose monitoring, carbohydrate counting and insulin administration.
• Administering enteral gravity or pump feedings
• Overseeing inventory and usage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment and informs principal of Health Room needs
• Complying with confidentiality requirements of the School District of Bay County and PanCare of Florida, Inc.  
• Ensuring that all paperwork generated in clinic will be dispersed following established policy and procedure
• Performing other related duties as assigned; including but not limited to, those duties referenced in the Provision of Health Services task list provided by the Florida Department of Health
• Other duties as assigned

    Required Skills/Abilities:  

• First Aid and Medical Knowledge: Proficiency in administering first aid and handling medical emergencies.
• Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and school staff.
• Organization: Strong record-keeping and ability to manage student health data.
• Attention to Detail: Accurate documentation of medications, treatments, and health screenings.
• Confidentiality: Ensuring student health information remains private.
• Problem Solving: Ability to assess and respond to student health situations quickly.
• Empathy: Compassionate and supportive approach to student care.
• Health Education: Ability to promote health awareness and healthy habits.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Computer literacy: knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology and equipment efficiently. 

 Education/Experience:  

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Must hold current CPR certification (Infant/Child/Adult/AED), as well as completion of First Aid training.
• Fingerprint Background Check: Must pass a Level 2 fingerprint background check, including both state and federal (FBI) criminal history checks, due to the nature of working with children and vulnerable populations
• Previous Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting, such as a medical office, clinic, or hospital. Experience working with children or in a school setting is a plus.
• Knowledge of Health Practices: Understanding of basic medical procedures, first aid, and student health needs.
• Administrative Skills: Experience with record-keeping, maintaining health documentation, and managing health-related information.
• Office Equipment Skills: Knowledge and proficiency required to effectively operate various types of office equipment (copier, scanner, fax etc.). 

 Physical Demands:  

• Standing and Walking: Being on your feet for extended periods, moving around the school to assist students.
• Lifting and Carrying: Occasionally lifting students (in case of injury or medical need) or medical equipment.
• Bending and Kneeling: Assisting students with injuries or during first aid treatment.
• Dexterity: Performing tasks like administering medication, applying bandages, or using medical equipment.
• Physical Stamina: Managing long hours of activity, especially during emergencies or busy times.
• Seeing and Hearing: Ability to assess student conditions and communicate effectively in various environments.
• Emotional Maturity and Stability: Ability to approach highly stressful human situations in a calm and rational manner. 

Pancare of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key to our success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.