Clinic Assistant

PowerSchool; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid life insurance

Paid sick/annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is seeking a Clinic Assistant to support the school nurse in delivering student health services. You will assist with daily clinic operations, manage student check-ins, and help with medications under nurse guidance.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED and relevant certification (CNA/CMA/PCT or EMT/LPN) plus active BLS CPR/AED. Candidates should be prepared for routine lifting and exposure to health settings and will receive Virginia Beach benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; certification/exam from a recognized program (CNA, CMA, PCT) or active EMT/LPN license in Virginia.
• Must hold BLS CPR/AED with hands-on training and 1–3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow nurse instructions to assist in daily clinic operations.
• Keep nurse informed of student urgency.
• Administer care to students as directed and contact parents as appropriate.
• Assist with medications as directed by the nurse.
• Sign students in and note reasons for visits.
• Maintain clinic records and reports (emergency forms, daily/monthly reports).
• Provide minor care and first aid as authorized by the nurse.
• Support screening programs and assist medically involved students as directed.

Skills

Confidentiality

Student interaction

Office equipment

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

CNA/CMA/PCT or EMT/LPN certification

BLS CPR/AED Certification

Job description

Classified - Position - Clinic Assistant

Job Number 3700274400

Start Date

Open Date 10/01/2026

Closing Date 12/18/2026

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The position is responsible for assisting the school nurse in the implementation of the school's student health services program.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Follow the school nurse's instructions and procedures to assist in the daily operation of the clinic.
• Keep the school nurse informed as to the urgency of student needs.
• Offer medical advice as directed by the school nurse.
• Administer care to students as directed, contact parents as appropriate.
• Assist with medications only when directed by the school nurse.
• Sign students into the clinic, noting the reason for requesting services.
• Take student's temperature when appropriate.
• Share information or locate students as requested by the school nurse.
• Answer clinic phone calls; summarize requests to school nurse.
• Assist the school nurse with the maintenance of records and reports (e.g., emergency forms and daily or monthly reports).
• Provide minor care and first aid as authorized by the school nurse.
• Complete work in the time specified.
• Help maintain and support the school clinic.
• Assist with screening programs.
• Assist with medically involved or medically fragile students as directed by the school nurse.
• Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of universal procedures for communicable diseases and blood-borne pathogens; ability to maintain confidential files and information and to compile reports; ability to deal effectively with students and teachers; ability to operate standard office, word and data processing equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students and associates.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: High school diploma or GED. Must either have a certification or have successfully passed an exam from a nationally recognized program as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Patient Care Technician (PCT) or similar, OR hold a current certification or license, and be in good standing as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must have an active Basic Life Support BLS CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers Certification with hands‑on training and a minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent sitting, walking, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Occasional standing, stooping, and physical management that includes supporting individuals with impaired weight bearing or unsteady gaits, repositioning individuals in therapeutic equipment: including use of hydraulic lifts to a maximum of 100 pounds with assistance. Work involves moderate expose to infectious disease. Ability to lift over 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Certification/registration must be kept current through the completion of continuing education courses.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

CNA or CMA hourly rate range: $16.79-$24.49

EMT hourly rate range: $17.99-$26.24

LPN hourly rate range: $19.28-$28.12

Compensation will be based on creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. The entry-level rate will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the rate will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4,4-6)

To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone],2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.