APPLICATION FILING INFORMATION
Opening Date: May 24, 2024 APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE. RECRUITMENT TYPE - Open - anyone may apply. The District currently has one vacancy for 5.75 hours per day, 9 months per school year. The examination process will consist of a job-related written examination and a qualifications appraisal interview followed by a selection interview for those candidates in the top three ranks on the eligibility list. The eligibility list that is... more details
APPLICATION FILING INFORMATION
Opening Date: May 24, 2024
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE.
RECRUITMENT TYPE
Open - anyone may apply.
The District currently has one vacancy for 5.75 hours per day, 9 months per school year. The examination process will consist of a job-related written examination and a qualifications appraisal interview followed by a selection interview for those candidates in the top three ranks on the eligibility list. The eligibility list that is being established will be used to fill the current vacancy, for future vacancies, and to hire substitutes for the classification of Health Assistant within one year.
BASIC POSITION INFORMATION
Under the direction of the school principal or designee, administer basic first aid and screen ill or injured students in accordance with State laws and District regulations; assist with health testing programs; prepare and maintain a variety of records, files, and reports.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by the incumbent in the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.
Perform basic first aid procedures for ill or injured children according to established procedures; utilize a variety of health products and supplies in caring for injuries and health needs. E
Administer medication as prescribed in accordance with established guidelines. E
Administer first aid in emergency situations and notify nurse, administrator, parents or paramedics as necessary. E
Screen student symptoms to identify illness; determine need to be brought to attention of nurse; notify parents if necessary. E
Record and file immunization and Child Health and Disability Prevention (CHDP) records; send follow up notices to parents; maintain list of students who have incomplete records. E
Maintain the health office in a clean, orderly and safe condition; assist in maintaining inventory and order first aid supplies as necessary; prepare first aid kits; maintain log of students coming in to the health office. E
Prepare, maintain and type a variety of health related records and files including confidential student health records and emergency medical records; prepare correspondence, forms, notices and referrals; maintain files and duplicate materials as needed. E
Prepare annual school reports including CHDP, immunizations, and vision and hearing reports. E
Process incoming records on new students; record vision, hearing and scoliosis screening results and referrals; verify compliance with State regulations for immunizations and CHDP physicals. E
Operate a variety of office equipment including a typewriter, computer, copier and fax machine. E
Assist nurse in documentation of possible child abuse cases.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans Disabilities Act.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF: Objectives and procedures related to the school health program. Modern office practices, procedures and equipment. Basic record keeping techniques. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety regulations. Technical aspects of field of specialty. First aid and CPR techniques and practices.
ABILITY TO: Administer basic first aid and screen ill or injured students in accordance with State laws and District regulations. Administer first aid and CPR. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Maintain records and prepare reports. Learn department and program objectives and goals. Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions. Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines. Understand and work within scope of authority. Work independently with little direction. Observe health and safety regulations. Work confidentially with discretion. Perform clerical duties such as filing, typing and duplicating. Operate office equipment including a computer, typewriter and copier. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Input data at an acceptable rate of speed.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from high school or equivalent and one year of experience performing general office clerical duties. Experience in a school health service environment is highly desirable.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (Must be maintained throughout employment):
Valid First Aid and CPR certificates must be obtained withing 3 months of employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT: Health office environment. Constant interruptions Subject to emergency medical situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Bending at the waist and turning/twisting to examine students. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized health services and standard office equipment. Seeing to assess injury or illness.
HAZARDS: Contact with blood and other body fluids. Potential for contact with bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Persons with certain disabilities may be capable of performing the essential duties of this class with or without reasonable accommodation, depending on the nature of the disability.
APPOINTMENT
In accordance with Education Code Section 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of six (6) months, during which time an employee must demonstrate at least an overall satisfactory performance. Failure to do so shall result in the employee's termination.
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