Health Clinic Aide - Health Services (2025-2026)

Minimum Salary : $27,436 / Days : 190Primary 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), preferredCertified Medical Assistant (CMA), preferredSpecial Knowledge / Skills : Knowledge of basic first aid and cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skillsAbility to use software to develop databases and do word processingAbility to write routine reports and correspondenceStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsExperience : 2 years of experience in health-related positionExperience working with school-age childrenMajor Responsibilities and Duties : Health Services1. 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).  Safety7. 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.Clerical8. 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.Compliance11. 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 peripheralsPosture : Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing pulling, and twistingMotion : Frequent walking, grasping / squeezing, wrist flexion / extensionLifting : 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 studentsEnvironment : Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseasesMental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Learn More

Salary : $27,436