Posting number: 26-0063
Department: District-wide
Job classification: Health Services Technician
Posting type: Open
Categories: Health Services, Education, Paraprofessional
*PLEASE NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR Substitute/Limited Term Health Services Technicians*
-THIS POSITION DOES NOT INCLUDE BENEFITS, AS IT IS A SUBSTITUTE/LIMITED TERM POSITION
-Placement on the limited term (substitute) list does not qualify candidates for consideration for contracted positions or placement on a contracted eligibility list.
-Substitute/Limited Term employees are utilized on an as-needed basis to provide coverage for contracted custodian outages.
Applications will be screened, and those candidates whose backgrounds best match the requirements of the position will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process, which may include any combination of the following: Written Exam (Multiple-choice). Examination procedures are subject to change as deemed necessary by the Director of the Personnel Commission.
Substitute (Limited Term) Salary Range: $22.02 (Step 1) per hour
**This recruitment will be used to establish the substitute Health Services Technician eligibility list, valid for 6 months.**
Under the direction of the principal and with health direction provided by Health Services, assess and provide first aid care to ill and injured students and staff; assist individuals with specialized health care needs; prepare and maintain a variety of medical-related records, logs and files.
Perform first aid procedures and screen ill or injured students according to established procedures; utilize a variety of health products and supplies in caring for injuries and health needs; provide specialized health care to students as directed; notify parents of student conditions or symptoms as needed. E
Administer first aid in emergency situations and notify nurse, administrator, parents or paramedics as needed; utilize knowledge of student health services for a variety of injuries, illnesses and related symptoms. E
Schedule students for and assist with vision, hearing, scoliosis and dental screenings; schedule follow-up screenings if further testing is required; assist health specialists and other professionals in conducting health screening services as required. E
Prepare, maintain and type a variety of health-related records and files including student health records, immunizations, physical exam status, accident reports, communicable disease list and other health reports; prepare correspondence, forms, notices and referrals; maintain health and related files and duplicate materials as needed; may update student attendance-related records and files including cum folders as assigned by the position. E
Receive and review student health files incoming from other schools and Districts; communicate with other schools as needed to clarify or obtain information as needed. E
Assist in administration of medications according to physician and parent instructions; prepare related documents; communicate with physicians and parents to obtain authorization forms; notify parents of prescription refills as needed. E
Maintain the health office in a clean, orderly and safe condition; dispose of biomedical waste and hazards according to established procedures; maintain inventory and order first aid supplies as necessary; prepare and restock first aid kits for classrooms and field trips as assigned. E
Assure students have updated immunization records; review records of new students and notify students of follow-up shots; prepare letters or exclusion notices and notify parents and principal as appropriate. E
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; use a variety of medical equipment and instruments as assigned. E
May assist in performing attendance-related activities including preparing ADA reports, verifying absences, enrolling students, preparing transfer records, adding and dropping students and other activities as assigned by the position. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
NOTE: At the end of some of the duty statements, there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.
Graduation from high school and one year of experience providing health services and/or working in a school office.
Valid certifications provided by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or District approved provider for First Aid, Adult/Child CPR and AED. Online certifications will be accepted from these vendors as long as a hands-on skills assessment is completed. Recertification to maintain current/valid status is a condition of employment.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Student health services related to injuries and illnesses.
District policies, procedures and practices related to health issues, medical terminology and related activities.
First Aid and age-appropriate CPR techniques.
Health and safety regulations.
Attendance procedures and related document preparation techniques.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Record-keeping techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Assess and provide first aid care to ill and injured students and staff.
Assist individuals with specialized health care needs.
Prepare and maintain a variety of medical-related records, logs and files.
Establish and maintain files, records, reports and referrals.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Plan and organize work.
Work confidentially with discretion.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Read, explain and follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Apply appropriate care and procedures related to ill or injured students.
Perform clerical duties such as filing, typing, duplicating and maintaining records.
Operate computer and medical equipment as required.
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability.
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406, 858-521-2800.
Welcome to the Poway Unified School District! We are a national leader in Pre K-12 public education. The Poway Unified School District is located in northern San Diego County, California. PUSD operates 25 elementary schools (K-5), one elementary & middle school combination (TK-8th), six middle schools (6-8), one continuation high school, five comprehensive high schools (9-12), and one adult school. 26 schools are located in the city of San Diego; 12 schools in the city of Poway. The District serves over 34,000 students, and is the third largest school district in the county.
