Health Assistant Roving at Maricopa Unified School District #20

Maricopa Unified School District #20Human Resources44150 W. Maricopa Casa Grande HwyMaricopa Arizona 85138520.568.5100 main number520.568.5151 fax numberPosition Description: Health Assistant - RovingClassification:Non - Exempt; 9 - Month PositionSalary: ApprovedClassifedCompensation Plan (Education and Experience)General Statement of Responsibilities:To assist in providing health care services to students and staff.Principal Duties: (essential functions)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 out breaks of infectious diseases.Reports suspected child neglect/abuse.Attends staff meetings and professional development.Knowledge and Skills Required: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.Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED.1 year of health experience is recommended but not required.Required License/Certification:Preferred:Medical Assistant Assistant Certification Emergency Technician Certification or Medication Aide CertificationCardio Pulmonary Resuscitation and AED CertificationAmerican Heart First Aid Course completed within 3 months of hireHearing and Vision Screening Certification as class space is available.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin sex disability age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs services activities or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access toScouting America and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:Title IX CoordinatorAssistant Superintendent of Human Resources:Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa AZ 85138Telephone Number: Email:Section 504/ADA CoordinatorDirector of Exceptional Student ServicesAddress: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa AZ 85138Telephone Number: Key Skills Corrosion Inspection,Apache Tomcat,Apparel,Gallery,Infection Control Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1