Health Assistant – Robison ES

Austincc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is seeking a Health Assistant (UAP) to provide essential health and clerical support to the school nurse, ensuring a safe and efficient health office for students and staff.

This role operates strictly under supervision and delegation of the licensed nurse and requires compliance with district policies and applicable state laws. The position is part-time (0.75 FTE) with 6 hours per day during the 9.5-month calendar.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Current CPR, First Aid and AED Certification from an in-person provider.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and ability to read/understand instructions.
• Competency in pre-algebraic skills for dosage calculations and vital signs conversions.
• Proof of immunity to measles and rubella, or MMR immunization.
• Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by district Risk Management.
• Must release Social Security Number for AHCCS-Provider ID Number eligibility.
• Health Services orientation/training.

Responsibilities

• Provide health and clerical support to the school nurse and health office.
• Work under supervision and delegation of the licensed school nurse.
• Adhere to state laws, district policies, and professional standards of care.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

AED

English communication

Medical dosage calculations

Vital signs conversions

Immunization proof

Health services orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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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.

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
• 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:2026-2027SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Robison Elementary School - 18th St & Country Club Area
Classification: White Collar
FTE: .75 – 6 hours per day
Work Calendar: 9.5 month

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

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.