Health Assistant
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Post-secondary education in job related topics preferred
- Eligible for a New Mexico Instructional Assistant''s License
- Current Red Cross First-Aid certification or equivalent and CPR certification or a willingness to obtain these certifications
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION: To assist in the school health program. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Follow local, state and federal law and adhere to Public Education Department and Local School Board Policy.
- Maintain confidentiality of information, builds and maintain sound working relationships with school personnel and the community.
- Assist in maintaining school health records system.
- Administer first aid for injuries and illnesses.
- Assist with screening tests and make routine referrals.
- Make appropriate referrals to the school nurse for follow-up of student health problems including medical or dental exams.
- Carry out routine office procedures.
- Assist with immunization records and recording on health records.
- Perform nursing tasks as delegated by the school nurse.
- May supervise students in self-administration of medications.
- Arrange for proper care of ill students, including notification of parents, if necessary.
- Assist in non-instructional duties, including but not limited to hall, lunchroom, and grounds monitoring as directed.
- Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.
REPORTS TO: Principal
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work year to be in accordance with current schedule for 189-day employees. Salary to be determined by individual training and experience level on current Assistant Paraprofessional Salary Schedule.
EVALUATION: Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education''s policy on evaluation of classified personnel.
PHYSICAL LEVEL RATING: This position will require the employee to function at a "medium" physical capacity as defined by Workman''s Compensation statutes. "Medium" physical capacity indicates the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally or up to 25 pounds frequently.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Until filled