Health Assistant

Maricopa Unified School District; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District in Maricopa, AZ, seeks a Health Assistant to support the school health office and assist the district nurse in providing care to students and staff. Responsibilities include attending to illnesses and injuries, maintaining health records, administering medications per policy, coordinating referrals, screenings, and ensuring immunizations are up to date.

The role requires HIPAA/FERPA awareness, strong communication, and the ability to work with children in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance card required.
• Knowledge of HIPAA/FERPA guidelines and medical terminology preferred.
• Experience with maintaining health records and documentation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Attends to illnesses or injuries and provides basic medical care to students and staff.
• Maintains the health office and health records; assists nurse with immunization tracking.
• Assists with vision and hearing screening and medication administration per district policy.
• Manages supplies and equipment; completes and files paperwork and reports.
• Notifies Principal and nurse of emergencies and infectious disease outbreaks; assists with enrollment and immunization reviews.

Skills

Medical terminology

HIPAA/FERPA

Basic medical procedures

Health data/records

Oral and written communication

Office equipment/computers

Teamwork with adults and children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Position Description: Health Assistant

Classification: Non- Exempt; 9-Month Position, 40 hours a week

Salary: Approved Classifed Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)

General Statement of Responsibilities: To assist in providing health care services to students and staff.

Principal Duties: (essential functions)

• Attends to the needs of students and staff that become ill or have accidents requiring medical attention. Makes necessary referrals to healthcare resources in the community after consulting with the nurse.
• Assists in maintaining the school health office and health records.Assists the nurse in ensuring all students have required immunizations. Prepares list of students not current for the nurse to consult with the building Principal.
• Assists with vision and hearing screening.
• Assists nurses with the administration of medications in accordance with district policy and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Monitors supplies and equipment.
• Completes and maintains paperwork, reports, and files.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building Principal and the Lead District Nurse.
• Maintains daily log of all students seen in the health office.
• Completes accident reports clearly and concisely. Leaves them for the school nurse to follow up before completing the form.
• Assists with the enrollment of students, reviews all immunizations prior to the student attending school, and consults nurse as needed.
• Notifies the building Principal and the Lead District Nurse of all emergencies and out breaks of infectious diseases.
• Reports suspected child neglect/abuse.
• Attends staff meetings and professional development.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic medical procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and FERPA guidelines, rules and regulations.
• Skill in performing basic medical procedures.
• Skill in maintaining files, reports and other medical documentation.
• Skill in operating office equipment, and computer applications.
• Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with both adults and children.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of health experience is recommended but not required.
• Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance card.

Required License/Certification

• Preferred: Medical Assistant Certification.Nursing Assistant Certification, Emergency Technician Certification, or Medication Aide Certification
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation and AED Certification
• American Heart First Aid Course completed within 3 months of hire
• Hearing and Vision Screening Certification as class space is available.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age Or Sexual Orientation In Admission And Access To Its Programs, Services, Activities, Or In Any Aspect Of Their Operations And Provides Equal Access To Scouting America And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Maricopa Unified School District Also Does Not Discriminate In Its Hiring Or Employment Practices. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Nondiscrimination Policies

Title IX Coordinator

Assistant Superintendent Of Human Resources

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Director of Exceptional Student Services

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

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