Health Technician (2026-2027 School Year)

Academy of Mathematics and Science, Inc.; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academies of Math and Science is seeking a Nursing Technician to support student health services across a Westside AMS campus. The role administers first aid and medications, maintains student health records, and collaborates with staff to address health needs.

The candidate should hold a Medical Assistant, EMT, or CNA certification, plus CPR/AED and First Aid. Fingerprint clearance and background checks are required for employment.

Qualifications

• Hold a Medical Assistant Certificate, or be a Certified Medical Assistant, EMT, or Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Must maintain IVP level one fingerprint clearance at all times.
• Pass a criminal history background check.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and written skills.
• Must manage multiple tasks with initiative and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Provide health support in the school nursing office and act as liaison with staff and external health groups.
• Administer first aid and medications per district policy and procedures.
• Record immunizations, vision, and hearing results for each student and maintain Health Records.
• Conduct health office audits and quarterly reports for Administrators.
• Maintain a clean, secure, and well-supplied health office and manage health-related data.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate

EMT Certification

CPR AED and First Aid Certified

Job description

We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!**Academies of Math and Science Health Technician** **Start: ASAP Location: To Be Filled At A Westside AMS Campus**Academies of Math and Science is a fast-growing, high-performing charter school network dedicated to serving low-income communities. You can learn more about or organization and company culture at our website. **Summary:**The Nursing Technician provides support to all employees and serves as a Research & Development Specialist in the fields of Nursing and School Health. Providing support in addressing the health needs of students; assisting in implementing the school health program; and providing appropriate care and/or referral for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students. Administer first aid and medication to students according to district policy and procedures.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:*** Provides professional expertise in the fields of Nursing and School Health* Acts as a liaison between the schools and outside groups. Fosters relationships with the Arizona Department of Health and non-profit organizations that provide services to the schools or assist the schools with training and other initiatives* Research local laws and practices for possible implementation in AZ schools* Conduct quarterly health office site audits* Analyze trends in audit outcomes to strategize additional training* Notify students’ guardian of visits to the Health Office.* Offer care for student injuries.* Create an Arizona Health Record for each student.* Record immunizations, vision, and hearing test results.* Maintain all prescription and non-prescription medication with proper security measures.* Maintain a clean and sanitized office.* Maintain and rotate supplies.* Complete weekly accident and health office visit reports for Administrators.* Attend monthly staff meetings.* Conduct hearing and vision screening.* Complete and send immunization and hearing reports to the state.* Performs other related duties as required by supervisor **Compensation: 15.50 - $17 hourly DOE** **Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:*** Positively interact with all students.* Create a safe environment that the student feels safe in.* Ability to identify individual student medical needs.* Good communication skills with, students, coworkers, administration and parents.* Ability to collaborate with other school staff.* Ability to maintain a professional appearance.* Be detailed, organized and timely in completion of work**Qualifications:*** **Hold a Minimum of a Medical Assistant Certificate, Be a Certified Medical Assistant, EMT, or Certified Nursing Assistant.*** Must be able to obtain and hold a valid IVP level one fingerprint clearance card at all times.* The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.* Must possess strong communication, organizational, analytical, and written skills* Must demonstrate initiative and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously* 2 years School-based experience* CPR AED and First Aid CertifiedJoin us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!