Health Assistant

HEALTH ASSISTANT

Position Type: Support Staff/ Health Assistant Date Posted: 9/9/2026 Location: Sahuarita High School Date Available: ASAP Contract Terms 10-month Salary Classification Support Staff Salary Schedule – Group C $15.25 General Statement of Responsibilities To provide health related assistance to students; to assist in creating a climate of health and well-being; to ensure that there is a caring and understanding environment for students Essential Functions

A. OFFICE INTERACTION

Assists with the preparation of a physical environment that meets the needs of students; Assists with data entry of student health records/reasons for absence/special reports; Performs typing and filing as required; Assists with telephone coverage; Assists with attendance activities, including verification of and reasons for absence; Maintains health supply inventory; Assists with completion of state and county reports; Assists with immunization records and deficiency notifications; Maintains emergency release records; Assists parents with information regarding outside agency information and referral; Participates with the Youth Service Team and assists with Wellness Center activities; Performs other related tasks as assigned.

B. STUDENT INTERACTION

Administers basic first aide to students; Performs visual, auditory, and special education screenings; Supervises students as assigned; Assists with health education activities; Transports children as required; Administers medication under supervising Registered Nurse; Will be trained to administer Insulin, Glucagon and EpiPen injections, as needed; Performs other related tasks as assigned. Qualifications

A. REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

Post high school education or training; One year of related work experience; CPR and First Aide certification required immediately upon employment; Ability to communicate and work well with staff and students; Data entry experience desirable; Experience in medical field preferred.

B. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

None specified

C. COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY

Willingness to function as an integral member of a successful team; Dedication to providing the highest level of service; Willingness to abide by established policies and procedures. Performance Expectations A. TIME MANAGEMENT: Must plan work activities two to twelve weeks in advance; B. STRESS MANAGEMENT: Stress levels are variable throughout the year; C. PUBLIC CONTACT: Interacts primarily with students; D. LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Must use initiative and sound judgment in performing responsibilities; is responsible for confidential records and information Evaluation Procedure In accordance with provisions specified in Governing Board policy; Supervision Received Registered Nurse and Principal; Supervisory Responsibility None Public Notification of Non-Discrimination Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to , or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sahuarita Unified School District