Elementary Health Tech - Norfolk, United States - Norfolk Public Schools

Description

It is the policy of Norfolk Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.

JOB TITLE:ELEMENTARY HEALTH TECH (begins with school year) - WE

REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or Equivalent, Certified in CPR and First Aid

REPORTS TO: School Nurse and Building Principal

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: School Nurse and Building Principal

GENERAL DESCPRIPTION: The job of the school Health Tech is to provide support in addressing the health needs of students; assist in implementing the school health program; and providing appropriate care and/or referral for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students under the supervision of the school nurse.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: School year only 30 hours per week

EVALUATION: Evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the district's Personnel Evaluation Policy

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Consistent and punctual "on site" attendance at the worksite is an essential job function
• Administer first aid and medication to students according to district policy and procedures for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs
• Communicates effectively with school nurse, staff and parents regarding health care needs and concerns for the purpose of referring students in need of further medical/dental treatment
• Maintains health records for the purpose of providing information required by legal and professional standards
• Maintains health room and work areas (i.e. supplies, inventory and cleanliness) for the purpose of providing adequate supplies and a sanitary and safe environment
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions under strict confidentiality (i.e. scheduling, copying, faxing, etc.) for the purpose of supporting health services staff
• Performs specialized treatments as delegated by the school nurse (i.e. diabetic and asthma procedures) for the purpose of providing for and monitoring students' medical needs and/or testing at school site
• Supervises students referred for illness and/or injury for the purpose of monitoring their care and maintaining order in the health room
• Recognizes and reports signs and symptoms that are suggestive of illnesses, severe injuries or communicable disease
• Reports all medical concerns to the school nurse and/or building administrator
• Other duties as assigned