Health Technician Itinerant (TEMP ONLY)

                                                      PENDERGAST SCHOOL DISTRICT

                                                                      Job Description

JOB TITLE:  Health Technician Itinerant (Temp Only)

SUMMARY:  The job of Healthn Technician is done for the purpose(s) of meeting the individual health needs of students; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students; providing health information and serving as a resource to teachers, staff, parents/guardians and administrators. 

SUPERVISES:  Health Office Aides

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent                                                     
• Social Security Card
• Proof of immunity to Measles and German Measles
• Valid picture ID
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP)
• CPR/first-aid certification
• Targeted job-related education that meets organization’s prerequisite requirements
• EMT/MA/CNA or LPN

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Job-related experience

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Administers first-aid, medication and specialized medical treatment for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children and/or staff
2. Assesses situations involving students’ safety, abuse (e.g. physical, sexual, drug, etc.) and other health- related issues (e.g. physical, sexual, drug, immunization tracking, etc.) for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment, notifying emergency services and complying with legal requirements
3. Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers and/or other agencies for the purpose of promoting needed treatment, securing information and complying with legal requirements
4. Conducts programs (e.g. health screening, including hearing and vision, scoliosis, dental, learning disabilities, etc.) for the purpose of complying with the law and/or identifying problems for referral
5. Develops health care plans for the purpose of addressing students’ health needs and implementing health care directions from parents and/or physicians
6. Maintains contact with parent/guardian for the purpose of alerting them to any changes in student health and/or referring students for further medical/emotional intervention as needed
7. Maintains health care plans, medical emergency cards, records (e.g. mandated screening, student’s/patient’s vital signs, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal and professional standards
8. Monitors chronic illnesses for the purpose of assisting the child in achieving the highest possible level of functioning
9. Performs procedures for students (e.g. feeding tubes, catheterization, toileting plans, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students
10. Prepares documentation (e.g. student health history, current health status, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information
11. Provides training on various health-related subjects (e.g. CPR, disaster preparedness, child abuse, health education, etc.) for the purpose of acting as a resource to students, teachers and other school personnel
12. Refers students requiring further medical attention for the purpose of obtaining needed medical/dental treatment, counseling, etc.
13. Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, District and/or school policies
14. Reports students with reportable contagious diseases to local public health authorities for the purpose of minimizing infection and complying with the law
15. Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
16. Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:  

Skills are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.  Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: utilizing equipment used in profession; utilizing pertinent software applications.

Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step oral and written instructions.  Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes:  basic first-aid and health care; pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws.

Ability is required to schedule activities; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment.  Flexibility is required with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods.  Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with specific, job-related data and utilize specific, job-related equipment.  In working with others, problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited.  Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; communication with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; and maintaining detailed records.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget.  Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions.  There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:  occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine-finger dexterity.  Generally the job requires 15% sitting, 25% walking and 60% standing.  The job is performed under some hazardous conditions and in varying atmospheric conditions.