Health Technician

PENDERGAST SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Health Technician

SUMMARY: The job of Health 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) https://psp.azdps.gov/services/fccFormTriage
• 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:

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Develops health care plans for the purpose of addressing students’ health needs and implementing health care directions from parents and/or physicians
• 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
• 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
• Monitors chronic illnesses for the purpose of assisting the child in achieving the highest possible level of functioning
• 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
• Prepares documentation (e.g. student health history, current health status, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information
• 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
• Refers students requiring further medical attention for the purpose of obtaining needed medical/dental treatment, counseling, etc.
• 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
• Reports students with reportable contagious diseases to local public health authorities for the purpose of minimizing infection and complying with the law
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• 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.