26 - Health Technician

Pueblo School District 60; Page (AZ); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fringe benefits based on Schedule B

Descripción de la vacante

Pueblo School District 60 is seeking a Health Technician to support student health services across campuses. The role provides clerical support to the school nurse and delivers medical and procedural assistance to students under qualified supervision.

The successful candidate will hold a CNA/MA/EMT/LPN certification, a high school diploma, and have experience with children in school or health programs. The position is non-exempt, 165-day work year, with benefits as per Schedule B.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current CNA/MA/EMT/LPN certification required.
• 6 months experience with children, schools, or health programs.
• First Aid and CPR certifications with recertification within 60 days of hire.
• Background check clearance by HR.
• English communication proficiency.

Responsabilidades

• Assists in meeting basic health needs of children.
• Maintain CPR/First Aid certifications and follow procedures to respond to emergencies.
• Administer first aid to sick and injured children.
• Dispense medications and deliver delegated care activities.
• Notify parents and teachers of illness or injury and document communications.
• Follow reporting procedures for suspected child abuse/neglect.
• Assist with vision and hearing screening and data entry.
• Maintain health office records and confidentiality.
• Collaborate with the school nurse and staff on health matters.
• Prepare medications and first aid supplies for field trips.
• Complete ongoing training as required.

Conocimientos

CNA/MA/EMT/LPN

First Aid

CPR

Experience with children

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

• Date Posted: 11/3/2026
• Location: Student Support
• Closing Date: 11/10/2026

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: Health Technician
Work Year: 165 Work Days
Department: School Culture, Wellness, and Safety
Reports To: Director of School Culture, Wellness, and Safety
Salary Range: Miscelaneous - Non-Exempt 165 Day
Benefits: Fringe benefits based on Schedule B Benefits
Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

The purpose of the Health Technician is to support student success through health service activities. The Health Technician provides clerical support to the school nurse and provides medical and procedural support to students as delegated by the registered nurse. A Health Technician also works in schools and may receive direction from the school principal.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (MA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• 6 months previous experience working with children, schools, or health programs
• Verified First Aid training and recertification card within 60 days of hire
• Verified CPR training and recertification card within 60 days of hire
• Yearly medication training update
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

PREFERRED

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and work effectively, using independent judgment to complete assignments and meet timelines
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional/effective working relationship with building staff, administrators, parents, students, and community members
• Possess an excellent work attitude and the ability and willingness to take ownership/responsibility for project completion; demonstrated ability to provide initiative in reaching organizational goals
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of assignments
• Ability to coordinate daily activities and schedule with little supervision
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a variety of situations
• Ability to remain calm in emergency situation
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in Meeting Basic Health Needs of Children
• Maintain CPR/First Aid certifications and follow appropriate procedures and approved protocols to respond effectively to emergency situations.
• Administer first aid to sick and injured children throughout the school day.
• Dispense medications and deliver delegated care activities students as deemed necessary and delegated by the school nurse.
• Utilize good judgment and communication skills to notify parents, school nurse, administrators and teachers of illness or injury as the situation warrants. Appropriately document these communications.
• Follow procedures for reporting suspected child abuse/neglect.
• Assist with Vision and Hearing Screening, follow up and data entry.
• Understand and practice Universal Precautions. Health Office Management and Health Record Maintenance
• Maintain a record of clinic activities and individual student health records through appropriate documentation, utilizing both paper records and computer records as appropriate.
• Assist in collection of health information from both students and parents. Enter this information into the computer system.
• Review and assist in maintaining health records, including but not limited to student health information, screening results, and immunization records.Collaborate with school nurse and communicate with parents under a nurse's direction.
• Type and distribute letters and reports and written communication as directed by the school nurse.
• Maintain a clean and orderly health office in each building.
• Assist in ordering and maintaining adequate health office supplies in each building.
• Contribute to data collection of health office activities and student health records for State, District, and School reports.
• Collaborate with school nurse and school staff to prepare medications and first aid supplies for field trips. Exhibits Professional Actions and Attitudes
• Understand, respect, and maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA and FERPA laws.
• Maintain effective working relationships with school nurse, staff, students, and parents, creating positive rapport.
• Be dependable, punctual, and reliable for good attendance at work.
• Understand and practice within the school, district and state health policies.Keep up to date with changes as they occur.
• Demonstrate flexibility with scheduling, accepting new assignments, and establishing priorities as situations change.
• Be available to nurses at another schools within the district as needed for emergency situations provided that supervisor approval is granted and supervising nurse assumes responsibility for assisting health tech in that situation.
• Model positive health and hygiene behaviors and present professional decorum in dress and speech.
• Accept delegation for nursing tasks, personal care activities, and medication administration with appropriate training, as deemed necessary for student health safety and/or academic success.
• Complete ongoing training and in-services as required or recommended by the school district

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Building Principal, Nurse, or Supervisor of Nursing

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Physical Requirements

Sitting Frequently

Stationary Standing Occasionally

Walking (level surface) Frequently

Walking (uneven surface) Rarely

Crawling Not Applicable

Crouching (bend at knees) Occasional

Stooping (bend at waist) Occasional

Twisting (knees/waist/neck) Occasional

Turn/Pivot Occasional

Climbing (stairs) Occasional

Climbing (ladder) Rarely

Reaching overhead Frequently

Reaching extension Frequently

Repetitive use arms Frequently

Repetitive use wrists Frequently

Repetitive use hands grasping Frequently

Repetitive use hands squeezing Occasional

Fine manipulation Occasional

Using foot control Not Applicable

*Pushing/Pulling
Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally

Lifting
Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally

Carrying
Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS

Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting. The employee will be subject to exposure of infectious disease and exposure to body fluids. Sometimes subject to loud noises associated with groups of children.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services, Andrew Burns,[e-mail], Title IXCoordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, [phone]. Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60's Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officernamed herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at [phone],[e-mail]; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R-1,AC-R-2, AC-E-1,AC-E-2, AC-E-3).

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