Substitute, Health Assistant

Substitute Health Assistant

J.O. Combs Unified School District complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities to apply and participate in the hiring process. About Us J.O. Combs Unified School District is located in San Tan Valley near Queen Creek, Mesa, Apache Junction, and Florence. We offer the full student experience from Pre-K through high school. The District is comprised of five elementary schools, middle school, high school, and alternative and online schools. We hire employees who are committed, innovative, and passionate about children and their educational opportunities. If this describes you, continue to learn more about the position below.

Position: Substitute, Health Assistant

Salary Schedule/Base Hourly Rate (Subject to Change): Support Staff Schedule /$15.15

Work Calendar: 10 months

Hours: Varies

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Benefits: Not Eligible

Reports to: Principal / District Nurse

Why Work for Us

You will make a difference in children's lives, our future leaders. As a substitute, you choose when and where you work based on open positions.

About the Role

The Substitute Health Assistant provides clerical/clinical support in addressing the health needs of students; and provides appropriate care and/or referral for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students as may be required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists nurse, students, and other school personnel for the purpose of providing specialized treatments, monitoring medical treatments and/or testing at school site.
• Consults with the RN regarding a variety of issues (e.g. emergency situations, neglect/abuse, assessment needs, infectious/contagious diseases,) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety and/or health care concerns, minimizing infection and complying with the law.
• Follows universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times for the purpose of minimizing the risk of transmitting contagious and/or infectious disease.
• Maintains confidentiality of students and student records at all times for the purpose of abiding by legal and professional standards.
• Maintains medical emergency cards and health records (e.g. mandated screening, immunization records, medication logs, accident reports, daily logs) for the purpose of resolving discrepancies in records and/or providing information required by legal and professional standards.
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, faxing, etc.) for the purpose of supporting health services staff.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. student records and accident reports, notices) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established regulations, documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff and parents for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as may be required.
• Supervises students for the purpose of monitoring students referred for illness.
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You Need

Medical Assistant Certificate

CPR Certification for Health Care Provider

First Aid Certification

Must possess and maintain valid DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Knowledge of medical technology as related to specific job functions

General Clerical skills with computer data entry experience preferred

Ability to relate and communicate with teachers, parents, students, all school employees and the general public

Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure

Knowledge of school practices and procedures; public school experience preferred

Knowledge and use of general office machines and equipment

Bi-lingual ability preferred

High school diploma or GED

Physical Demands

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling. Crouching and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 10% walking and 40% standing.

Work Environment

The job is performed under minimal temperature variations, some hazardous conditions, and in a clean atmosphere.

How to Apply

Apply Online

Notice of Non-Discrimination: J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 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 to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.