26 - Health Technician

Health Technician

The purpose of the Health Technician is to support student success through health service activities. The Health Technician provides clerical support to the school nurse and provides medical and procedural support to students as delegated by the registered nurse. A Health Technician also works in schools and may receive direction from the school principal.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (MA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• 6 months previous experience working with children, schools, or health programs
• Verified First Aid training and recertification card within 60 days of hire
• Verified CPR training and recertification card within 60 days of hire
• Yearly medication training update
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Spanish speaking skills preferred

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and work effectively, using independent judgment to complete assignments and meet timelines
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional/effective working relationship with building staff, administrators, parents, students, and community members
• Possess an excellent work attitude and the ability and willingness to take ownership/responsibility for project completion; demonstrated ability to provide initiative in reaching organizational goals
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of assignments
• Ability to coordinate daily activities and schedule with little supervision
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a variety of situations
• Ability to remain calm in emergency situation
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in Meeting Basic Health Needs of Children
• Health Office Management and Health Record Maintenance
• Exhibits Professional Actions and Attitudes

Non-Essential Duties:

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Building Principal, Nurse, or Supervisor of Nursing

Physical Demands:

• Sitting Frequently
• Stationary Standing Occasionally
• Walking (level surface) Frequently
• Walking (uneven surface) Rarely
• Crawling Not Applicable
• Crouching (bend at knees) Occasionally
• Stooping (bend at waist) Occasionally
• Twisting (knees/waist/neck) Occasionally
• Turn/Pivot Occasionally
• Climbing (stairs) Occasionally
• Climbing (ladder) Rarely
• Reaching overhead Frequently
• Reaching extension Frequently
• Repetitive use arms Frequently
• Repetitive use wrists Frequently
• Repetitive use hands grasping Frequently
• Repetitive use hands squeezing Occasionally
• Fine manipulation Occasionally
• Using foot control Not Applicable
• Pushing/Pulling Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally
• Lifting Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally
• Carrying Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally

Working Conditions:

• Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting.
• The employee will be subject to exposure of infectious disease and exposure to body fluids.
• Sometimes subject to loud noises associated with groups of children.

Instructions for Applying:

All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not be forwarded to the hiring administrator for review. The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current cover letter for the posted position; current resume; copy of transcripts conferring required degree; three current letters of reference (one of which must be from your current supervisor) and any other materials requested on the application. Please note: If hired, a new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required for all employees of Pueblo School District 60 prior to your processing date.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities.