School Health Assistant: Care, Records & Wellness

Maricopa Unified School District; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District in Maricopa, AZ, seeks a Health Assistant to support the school health office and assist the district nurse in providing care to students and staff. Responsibilities include attending to illnesses and injuries, maintaining health records, administering medications per policy, coordinating referrals, screenings, and ensuring immunizations are up to date.

The role requires HIPAA/FERPA awareness, strong communication, and the ability to work with children in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance card required.
• Knowledge of HIPAA/FERPA guidelines and medical terminology preferred.
• Experience with maintaining health records and documentation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Attends to illnesses or injuries and provides basic medical care to students and staff.
• Maintains the health office and health records; assists nurse with immunization tracking.
• Assists with vision and hearing screening and medication administration per district policy.
• Manages supplies and equipment; completes and files paperwork and reports.
• Notifies Principal and nurse of emergencies and infectious disease outbreaks; assists with enrollment and immunization reviews.

Skills

Medical terminology

HIPAA/FERPA

Basic medical procedures

Health data/records

Oral and written communication

Office equipment/computers

Teamwork with adults and children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Maricopa Unified School District in Maricopa, AZ, seeks a Health Assistant to support the school health office and assist the district nurse in providing care to students and staff. Responsibilities include attending to illnesses and injuries, maintaining health records, administering medications per policy, coordinating referrals, screenings, and ensuring immunizations are up to date.

The role requires HIPAA/FERPA awareness, strong communication, and the ability to work with children in a