Health Services Technician (Substitute)

Anaheim Union High School District; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave benefits

PERS retirement

Medical insurance

Job summary

Anaheim Union High School District is seeking an entry-level Health Services Technician to manage student health records, administer medications, and assist with health screening programs under a District nurse’s supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma, CNA/MA training or related coursework, and a valid first aid/CPR certificate. Experience in health care or first aid is preferred, with focus on confidentiality and strong communication with students and families.

Qualifications

• High school graduate. CNA/MA training or college coursework in nursing/health is desirable.
• 1 year of experience with first aid or in a health care setting preferred.
• Valid first aid and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and file student health records and prepare related reports.
• Administer medication and provide routine first aid to ill or injured students.
• Assist with health screening programs and CPR/first aid when needed.
• Communicate health information to parents, students, and staff and ensure confidentiality.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Health records

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

Education

CNA or MA training

Tools

Student information system

Job description

Typical Work Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Hourly Rate: $25.79/hr

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of an administrator; maintains health records, completes reports and documents student conditions all in accordance with school law and District standards and regulations; administers medication and routine first aid to ill or injured students; assists students requiring specialized physical health care services or procedures; assists with the preparation and arrangements for health screening programs performed by the District Nurse; and performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Health Services Technician classification is the entry level class in the Health Services series and is distinguished from the classification of Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in that while both perform routine clerical duties, the latter does not track school health records and does not have primary responsibilities for administering student medication, identifying student health issues and administering CPR and first aid. The Health Services Technician classification is distinguished from the classification of Instructional Assistant – Medically Fragile/Orthopedically Handicapped in that the latter has primary responsibilities in providing instructional assistance to students with disabilities of the highest degree of medical severity and does not maintain student health records.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Graduation from high school. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (MA) training or college course work in nursing, health, biology, physiology or related field is highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE:

• *One (1) year of experience providing first aid or working in a health care service environment.

SUBSTITUTION:

May substitute one year of college level coursework for one year of experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid first aid and CPR certificate issued from an authorized agency.

SELF_CERTIFICATION OF TYPING/KEYBOARDING SKILLS:

• *It is preferred (but not required) that incumbents in this classification be skilled in typing/keyboarding at a minimum of 35 words per minute. A typing test will not be given. Applicants may submit an online typing certificate obtained from www.typingmaster.com at time of application to certify that they have such skills.
• *Pending approval of revisions to class specification at Personnel Commission meeting on 11/12/2019.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Basic health office practices, terminology, procedures and equipment; Health and safety regulations, including medication administration and Bloodborne pathogens; Basic first aid and CPR procedures; Clean and sterile treatment techniques; Report preparation techniques; Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; Office administrative practices and procedures, including record-keeping; Telephone techniques and etiquette; Computer operations and the use of standard business software; Immunization laws and procedures; Customer Service Skills.

ABILITY TO:

Communicate with others regarding a variety of health-related activities or concerns; Provide health information to parents, students, and staff; Follow medication administration in accordance with Federal and State Law (EC 49414, 49414.5) Learn and apply applicable rules, regulations and laws affecting student health and safety; Learn and follow policies and procedures of the school and district health programs; Learn procedures and operate a variety of special medical equipment; Screen students for various health and safety concerns; Exercise patience, tact, courtesy, and concern for the feelings of students and adults in difficult and sometimes stressful situations; Compile and verify data and prepare reports; Work independently with little direction; Plan and organize work; Administer first aid, CPR and emergency health care services in accordance with District policies and procedures; Observe health and safety regulations; Communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, parents and staff; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers, administrators, parents, and others encountered in the course of work; Complete work with many interruptions; Operate a computer, using standard business software; Establish and maintain accurate health files, records, reports and referrals; Type at 35 words per minute from clear copy; Understand and carry out oral and written directions; Interact effectively with parents of diverse backgrounds and experiences; Maintain confidential student health information and records.

COMPETENCIES:

Teamwork Planning & Organizing Decision Making Flexibility Analysis and Problem Solving Handling Stress

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employees in this classification may sit for extended periods of time;, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted and over 50 lbs. with assistance; must speak clearly, hear normal voice conversation, maintain balance, walk, have rapid mental/muscular coordination, stand, have depth perception, stoop/bend, sit, crawl, kneel, squat, bend repeatedly, see small details, push, reach over head, pull, and use a computer and a telephone.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees in this classification work inside and outside; in direct contact with students, the public and other district staff; are exposed to air and blood-borne pathogens and germs, bodily fluids, communicable diseases, and emergency situations; work without guidance from supervisor.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification, and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential duties of the job.

GENERAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

SCHOOL HEALTH RECORDS:

Establishes, prepares, processes, and maintains a variety of cumulative health record files for each student; reconciles student health records with student enrollment records; generates lists of students without current legally mandated information (i.e. physicals, oral health exams, immunizations) on file and prepares related letters; reviews immunization records and enters related data into student information system; distributes and follows-up on return of immunization records and emergency information for each student; arranges for withdrawal of students whose parents or guardians fail to respond; assures compliance with State and Federal laws and District policies and procedures; assists parents with the completion of a variety of health forms and documents; interprets and explains applicable laws, codes , rules, programs and regulations; compiles data for reports; creates, updates, and maintains confidential lists of medical concerns; ensures health records are maintained confidentially notifies teachers of medical accommodations relating to students; maintains log of students coming in to the health office; performs a variety of clerical duties such as typing, data entry, filing, answering phones, and ordering supplies; attends meetings to obtain training regarding proper procedures and health services related issues; supervises students while in the office and assigns work to student aides; and performs related duties as assigned.

HEALTH TESTING PROGRAMS:

Checks students for communicable diseases, and if found, advises parents or legal guardians via phone or form letter of treatment, available community services and readmit policy; reports suspected contagious and communicable diseases to appropriate authorities and District personnel; assists in the implementation of school health testing programs by setting up schedules and notifying students, teacher and parents of checkups for hearing, vision, physicals, dental and scoliosis; instructs, advises and assists students regarding personal hygiene and nutrition; and maintains the health office in a clean, orderly and safe condition.

HEALTH CARE SERVICES:

Communicates with students regarding health problems; observes student to determine degree of medical services required and takes temperatures as needed; dispenses prescribed medications to students and maintains related records according to established procedures and guidelines; performs and administers minor first aid and CPR to ill and injured students for scrapes, broken bones, sprained joints, cuts and bruises which may include applying ice packs, washing wound, bandaging and immobilizing limb; provides emergency health care services to students in accordance with their individual specialized health care plans as designated by school nurse and in accordance with Federal and State law (EC 49414, 49414.5) and guidelines; emergency health care services include, administration of routine and emergency diabetes care tasks (gluco-meter readings, monitors insulin dosages and blood sugar, and, where necessary, gives injections/administers glucagon or insulin); initiates or performs seizure response measures, and, where necessary, administers seizure medications; initiates or performs severe allergic response measures and administers Epi-pen or other medications; contacts parents, credentialed nurse, administrators or paramedics as needed; and arranges for release and transportation of students.

RECRUITMENT TYPE: Open -

Anyone can apply.

CERTIFICATION TYPE: Substitute

Qualified candidates, or Eligibles, who pass all testing stages will be placed on one eligibility list. Eligibles will be contacted in rank order to be processed as a substitute employee by Human Resources.

BENEFITS

• -Leaves: Sick leave, holidays, bereavement and emergency leaves.
• -Retirement: Classified employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employee contribution is 7% of gross earnings.
• -Insurance: The District provides medical, dental, vision care, behavioral health and life insurance for the employees and their dependents.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DISTRICT

The Anaheim Union High School District prohibits discrimination intimidation harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

504 Coordinator: Adela Cruz, Contact for Disability Discrimination Concerns Location: 501 N. Crescent Way, Anaheim, CA 92801 Email: [e-mail]

Title IX Coordinator(Employees): Amie Maya, Director, Human Resources Location: 501 N. Crescent Way, Anaheim, CA 92801 Email: [e-mail]

Title II Coordinator: Melanie Thomasson, Contact for Ensuring Equal Opportunity Location: 501 N. Crescent Way, Anaheim, CA 92801 Email: [e-mail]

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions of this bulletin may be modified or revoked, and the job description may be changed at any time without notice.

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ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT

All new regular classified employees shall be paid in accordance with the salary range established for the class to which assigned. Initial placement will normally be the first step of the salary range. However, a new employee may be provided with advanced step placement upon recommendation of the hiring manager and approval by Human Resources based upon:
A) Additional qualifying experience beyond that required for entry into the class. B) Additional education at the college level when related to the position, beyond the established educational requirements for entry into the class. C) Difficulty experienced in the recruitment of candidates to meet the vacancy needs in the class. D) Additional skills or qualifications of the candidate that make them especially qualified for the position. E) Evidence of currently receiving a salary greater than the first step of the salary for the classification.