Health Technician (AMS Peoria Advanced) 2026-2027 School Year

The Academies of Math and Science; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academies of Math and Science is seeking a Health Technician to support nursing and school health services. The role administers first aid and medications, engages with students, and helps implement the school health program in Peoria, AZ.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant Certificate or CNA/EMT, CPR/AED and First Aid, fingerprint clearance, and 2 years of school-based experience. Competitive hourly pay DOE with a focus on student safety and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum Medical Assistant Certificate or CNA/EMT with CPR AED and First Aid.
• Valid IVP Level 1 fingerprint clearance at all times.
• Criminal history background check clearance.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and written skills.
• 2 years school-based experience.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing and school health services and support.
• Liaise with Arizona Department of Health and nonprofits for partnerships.
• Research local laws applicable to AZ schools.
• Conduct quarterly health office audits and report findings.
• Record immunizations, vision, and hearing test results.
• Maintain prescription and non-prescription medications securely.
• Complete weekly accident and health office visit reports.
• Conduct hearing and vision screening.
• Attend monthly staff meetings.

Skills

Student safety

Communication

Collaboration

Professional appearance

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate / CNA / EMT

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: 7785 West Peoria Avenue Peoria, AZ 85345

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 Certified

Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!