Clinic Assistant (Anticipated Vacancy)

Overview Clinic Assistant (Anticipated Vacancy) – Paulding County Schools SYSTEM-WIDE - Dallas, Georgia. This job is also posted in PCSD Career Opportunities. Job Details Job ID: 4715791 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Jul 15, 2024 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Position Title: Clinic Assistant Salary Schedule: PCSD Classified/CLSS Department: School Support Job Code: Reports To: Nurse Supervisor Work Schedule: 181 days per year/8 hours per day Grade/Level: CLSS/ FLSA: Non-Exempt/Compensable Time Eligible Primary Function: Assist school nurses in providing basic health services to students at school-based clinics. Knowledge of basic health office practices, terminology, procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of health and safety regulations. Ability to operate a computer and assigned software. Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. Working Conditions Office Environment/School Clinic Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard Constant Interruptions Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone Seeing to read a variety of materials Potential exposure to infectious diseases, blood, and bodily fluids Sitting for extended periods of time Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials Lifting students and lifting to 40 pounds, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling Ability to assist students in emergency situations requiring a quick pace traversing stairs or hills Qualifications Minimum of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate required Must possess First Aid and CPR Certificate Health/first aid field experience, including some training and experience in pediatrics and emergency medical care Training in blood-borne pathogen procedures is desirable The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements. Essential Functions Performs routine clinical services as required, including basic health assessment and first aid, and follows up in a user-friendly clinic environment Monitors and maintains clinic records. Assist with any student emergency and notify appropriate personnel in an effective and timely manner. Assist school nurse with student screenings. Encourages and promotes health education and wellness through best-practice clinic interventions in accordance with health policies, goals, and objectives of the nursing program Assist with communicable disease prevention and control by good recordkeeping and reporting cases to Lead Nurse. Assists in monitoring immunization records and acts as a resource regarding current immunization practices Manages and supports students with chronic diseases and disabilities, communicating effectively with parents/guardians and related staff Notifies parents, guardians, and appropriate school personnel in a timely manner using effective communication skills regarding illness, accidents, etc. Communicates with nursing supervisor, lead nurse, principal, and other staff members regarding school health issues Demonstrates good organizational and time management skills Completes assigned paperwork accurately and in a timely manner Lifting students and lifting to 40 pounds, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee Other Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools. The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States. It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. Contact Information Cindy Sims, School Nurse Supervisor

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