What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Clinic Aide - Health Services (2025-2026) position at Prosper Independent School District?
Minimum Salary : $27,436 / Days : 190
Primary Purpose :
Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse to maintain routine clinic records, provide minor first aid care, and conduct health screenings.
Qualifications :
Education / Certification :
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), preferred
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), preferred
Special Knowledge / Skills :
Knowledge of basic first aid and cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
Ability to use software to develop databases and do word processing
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience :
2 years of experience in health-related position
Experience working with school-age children
Major Responsibilities and Duties :
Health Services
1. Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries and illness according to a detailed protocol established by the school nurse (RN) or medical advisor.
2. Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures and maintain accurate log of medications dispensed.
3. Assist with screening programs, take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure), and accurately document results as proscribed by district, state, and federal requirements. Communicate findings to supervising school health staff for direction.
4. Escort students to and from health room and assist students with disabilities as necessary.
5. Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).
6. Contact emergency medical services (EMS) according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).
Safety
7. Maintain an efficient and safe clinic including following infection control procedures as directed by the school nurse (RN). Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care.
Clerical
8. Prepare, compile, maintain, and file all correspondence, reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate and confidential student health records.
9. Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurse (RN).
10. Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
Compliance
11. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
12. Maintain confidentiality.
Supervisory Responsibilities :
None.
Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :
Tools / Equipment Used : Standard medical clinic equipment; special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture : Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting
Motion : Frequent walking, grasping / squeezing, wrist flexion / extension
Lifting : Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students
Environment : Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases
Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Learn More
Salary : $27,436
