Substitute Health Room Assistant

Substitute Health Room Assistant Walla Walla Public Schools District Wide - Walla Walla, Washington Open in Google Maps Job ID: 5864888 Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time) Posted: Jul 31, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description PURPOSE STATEMENT On an on-call/substitute basis, this position provides daily health related care to students under the direction of a licensed health care professional by effective communication to prevent, identify, and/or remediate health problems which may impair learning, social adjustment, or emotional well-being of students. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintain accurate written and computerized health records of all students and provide care for students in the health room. Maintain/track student immunization records to support reporting requirements for Washington Department of Health. Document all health care provided to students in a timely manner. Distribute/implement health protocols as directed by the Health Clinician – RN. Monitor health plans to meet the medical, health, and safety needs of students, which includes medication authorization forms and self-carry medication forms required by District Policy. Administer prescribed medicines/treatments to students according to Washington State Law and District Board Policy and document as directed by the Health Clinician – RN. Provide immediate first aid care in case of injury or sudden illness. Provide care for students with special physical needs as needed after receiving training and under the direction of the Health Clinician – RN, including but not limited to catheterization, gastrostomy tube feeding, monitoring diabetes, as well as support school and family in the remediation of head lice. Follow District Policy regarding prevention and control of communicable diseases, first aid in acute illness or injury, disaster preparedness, and safety and sanitation in the assigned building. Notify Health Clinician – RN in case of an outbreak of disease, and check immune suppressed students’ schedule/class for possible exposure. Check for medical conditions and medication prior to field trips. Provide teachers with necessary information. Verify trained staff is assigned to field trips or attend field trips as necessary. Manage health room medical supplies. Practice Universal Precautions to prevent contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials (OPIM). Attend in-services, workshops, and meetings as directed. Perform vision and hearing screening as required and in accordance with the Washington State Codes. Cultivate and model appropriate and cooperative behavior, including protecting confidential information, consistent with district ethical guidelines. OTHER FUNCTIONS May serve on various district committees and/or departmental work teams. Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Reports jointly to the assigned Health Clinician – RN, Building Principal and the Director of Health Services. MENTAL DEMANDS Required to deal with a wide range of student, staff and public behaviors and needs in a positive and service oriented manner. May occasionally deal with distraught or difficult students or parents. PHYSICAL DEMANDS May be required to physically transfer students. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience Current CPR/First Aid and AED certification. High School Diploma or equivalent. Health care experience strongly Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent human relations, communication, and organizational skills; ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Computerized record keeping skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritize student needs. Ability to maintain state/federal special education compliance requirements including timelines involving special needs or medically fragile students. Ability to understand and maintain comprehensive student health care plans. Knowledge of community resources and family service agencies. Required to maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively using both English and Spanish preferred. Licenses/Special Requirements Requires fingerprinting and background check to determine that there have been no convictions involving physical molestation, abuse, injury or neglect of a minor. Must complete Walla Walla Public Schools Risk Management and Bloodborne Pathogens Training upon hire. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT On call as needed. CONDITIONS The preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The Walla Walla School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Walla Walla School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact View phone number on click.appcast.io. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Title IX Coordinator Dr. Mindy Meyer, Director of HR 364 S. Park Street Walla Walla, WA 99362 View phone number on click.appcast.io Section 504/ADA Coordinator Barb Casey, Director of Special Education 364 S. Park Street Walla Walla, WA 99362 View phone number on click.appcast.io Position Type Part-Time Salary $21.96 Per Hour Substitute > Substitute Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Jose Nunez , Substitute Coordinator District Office Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr