Substitute School Health Aide - Support Student Wellness

Young World Physical Education; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 19,673 - 28,019; Part time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District is seeking a Substitute Health Assistant in Maricopa, AZ to assist the health office, support nurses, and help manage student health records. This is a 9-month, non-exempt, part-time role with a starting date immediately.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of medical terminology, and basic clinical skills; preferred certifications are listed. Salary is $17.31 per hour.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic medical procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and FERPA guidelines, rules and regulations.
• Skill in performing basic medical procedures.
• Skill in maintaining files, reports and other medical documentation.
• Skill in operating office equipment, and computer applications.
• Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with both adults and children.

Responsibilities

• Attends to the needs of students and staff that become ill or have accidents requiring medical attention. Makes necessary referrals to healthcare resources in the community after consulting with the nurse.
• Assists in maintaining the school health office and health records. Assists the nurse in ensuring all students have required immunizations. Prepares list of students not current for the nurse to consult with the building Principal.
• Assists with vision and hearing screening.
• Assists nurses with the administration of medications in accordance with district policy and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Monitors supplies and equipment.
• Completes and maintains paperwork, reports, and files.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building Principal and the Lead District Nurse.
• Maintains daily log of all students seen in the health office.
• Completes accident reports clearly and concisely. Leaves them for the school nurse to follow up before completing the form.
• Assists with the enrollment of students, reviews all immunizations prior to the student attending school, and consults nurse as needed.
• Notifies the building Principal and the Lead District Nurse of all emergencies and outbreaks of infectious diseases.
• Reports suspected child neglect/abuse.
• Attends staff meetings and professional development.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

HIPAA & FERPA knowledge

Basic medical procedures

Medical documentation

Office equipment & computer use

Written and oral communication

Interpersonal with adults and children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year health experience recommended

Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Tools

Medical office equipment

Computer applications

Job description

Maricopa Unified School District is seeking a Substitute Health Assistant in Maricopa, AZ to assist the health office, support nurses, and help manage student health records. This is a 9-month, non-exempt, part-time role with a starting date immediately.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of medical terminology, and basic clinical skills; preferred certifications are listed. Salary is $17.31 per hour.