Health Assistant - Oyama ES (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Health Assistant at Tucson Unified School District supports the school nurse with health and clerical duties to keep the health office running smoothly. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, you will help ensure a safe, healthy environment for students and staff.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid/AED certification, strong English communication, and math skills for dosage calculations and vital signs conversions.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current CPR, First Aid and AED Certification from an in-person provider.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Competency in pre-algebraic skills for dosage calculations and vital signs conversions.

Responsabilidades

• Provide health and clerical support to the school nurse.
• Assist in maintaining safe and orderly health office operations.

Conocimientos

English proficiency

Dosage calculations

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Descripción del empleo

Summary

The Health Assistant, an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) position, provides essential health and clerical support to the school nurse, ensuring the efficient and safe operation of the school health office. This role is crucial for maintaining a healthy and productive learning environment for students and staff. The Health Assistant operates strictly under the supervision and delegation of the licensed school nurse and must adhere to all applicable state laws, district policies, and professional health-related standards of care.

Summary

The Health Assistant, an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) position, provides essential health and clerical support to the school nurse, ensuring the efficient and safe operation of the school health office. This role is crucial for maintaining a healthy and productive learning environment for students and staff. The Health Assistant operates strictly under the supervision and delegation of the licensed school nurse and must adhere to all applicable state laws, district policies, and professional health-related standards of care.

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Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Current CPR, First Aid and AED Certification from an in-person provider
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
• Competency in pre-algebraic skills for dosage calculations and vital signs conversions

Requirements Prior To Start Date

• Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (apply at AZDPS FCC Form Triage)
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
• Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by TUSD Risk Management Department
• Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for [AZ Health Care Cost Containment System] AHCCS-Provider ID Number
• Health Services orientation/training

Preferred Requirements

• One (1) year of experience in a health care setting or school health environment

COMMENTS

Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Oyama Elementary School- 36th Street & La Cholla Area

Classification: White Collar

FTE: .9375 – 7.5 hours per day

Work Calendar: 9.5 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.

For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.