Health Assistant - Mesa, United States - Mesa Public School

Mesa Public School

Verified Company

Mesa, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Health Assistant

Clerical Test Required at Time of Application

Mesa Public Schools is an award-winning district and voted Best Place to Work in Mesa. With over 9,000 employees, we are the largest school district in Arizona. Families have sent generations of students through our schools, as we are the premier educational choice in Arizona.

Base Rate:

***$19.19

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New hire experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a five-year maximum

New hire education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Class/Calendar:

B21, 9.25 months

Hours:

Full-time (35 hours per week)

FSLA:

Non-Exempt

Benefits:

Sick leave, holidays, matched retirement, health and life insurance

OVERVIEW:

To administer health services to students and staff according to District policies; to provide first aid, medication administration, and emergency care as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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Certified Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician Level 1 with current CPR card:

Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations
High School diploma or equivalent required
Ability to work well with students, staff, parents; good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality of records and communications
Ability to operate standard office equipment, organization and prioritize the health office
Ability to accept limitation of responsibility; ability to follow protocol when administering care
Knowledge of immunization requirements according to Arizona State Law

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts an individualized assessment, prioritizing the needs of the immediate condition according to district emergency guidelines
Emergency care assessment and delivery of care to all students and staff at their assigned school site(s) according to district policies and procedures
Demonstrate knowledge of medication dosage, calculations, administration and monitoring for possible side effects per physician orders, parent consent and District guidelines
Identify and decide medical response and monitor oversight and implementation of medical procedures and emergency care of students with Diabetes, Seizures, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Behavioral Disorder and general mental health issues
Initiate emergency care and resuscitative measures according to resuscitation protocols
Frequently perform special health care treatments and procedures as delegated and demonstrated by parent for bladder catherization, oral and tracheal suctioning, blood glucose monitoring, carbohydrate counting and insulin administration and gastrostomy feedings
Delivers care with appropriate age and cultural competence to supports and assist students with personal hygiene and activities of daily living (toileting, gtube feeds, suctioning, dressing)
Supervise students that are sick or injured
Submitting the correct district or County required reporting paperwork
Knowledge about pediatric medical conditions in the school setting for continued advocacy and communication of student needs with the community providers, parents and school personnel
Perform and assist nurse with student health screenings of vision, height/weight, dental, pediculosis and scoliosis and referral process
Document findings, physical/psychosocial response for student and staff treatments and parent interactions. Accurately record data regarding patient's condition and all provided care services
Prepare and maintain health records; maintain confidentiality
Evaluate immunization records; verify immunization compliance, utilize State immunization program (ASIIS), advise parents of additional doses needed; track suspension dates
Model professional, safe, responsible and respectful behavior
Participate in sharing information with nurse, school team on the health and safety needs of the student
Understand DCS reporting protocol and communicate with nurse in appropriate situations
Prepare and distribute instructional materials as directed by the school nurse
Maintain and order office supplies and equipment
Regular and ontime attendance required
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

PHYSICAL EFFORT

May lift, pull, push or carry
May be exposed to outdoor elements
May require strength to push/pull 3550 lbs
Physical demands may require

SUPERVISION
School Nurse

Site Administrator

Clerical test administered on line:

Testing takes approximately 35 minutes. (Data Entry test -10 minutes)

Clerical Test required for this position:

Application is considered incomplete and will not be eligible for consideration if clerical test results are not on file with Human Resources by closing date.