Health Assistant - Mendoza Elementary School

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Employment Type:

Full-time (35 hours per week)

Base Hourly:

$19.89

Class/Calendar:

B21, 9.25 months

Benefits:

Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To administer health services to students and staff according to District policies; to provide first aid, medication administration, and emergency care as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Conducts an individualized assessment, prioritizing the needs of the immediate condition according to district emergency guidelines

Emergency care assessment and delivery of care to all students and staff at their assigned school site(s) according to district policies and procedures

Demonstrate knowledge of medication dosage, calculations, administration and monitoring for possible side effects per physician orders, parent consent and District guidelines

Identify and decide medical response and monitor oversight and implementation of medical procedures and emergency care of students with Diabetes, Seizures, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Behavioral Disorder and general mental health issues

Initiate emergency care and resuscitative measures according to resuscitation protocols

Frequently perform special health care treatments and procedures as delegated and demonstrated by parent for bladder catheterization, oral and tracheal suctioning, blood glucose monitoring, carbohydrate counting and insulin administration and gastrostomy feedings

Delivers care with appropriate age and cultural competence to supports and assist students with personal hygiene and activities of daily living (toileting, g-tube feeds, suctioning, dressing)

Supervise students that are sick or injured

Submitting the correct district or County required reporting paperwork

Knowledge about pediatric medical conditions in the school setting for continued advocacy and communication of student needs with the community providers, parents and school personnel

Perform and assist nurse with student health screenings of vision, height/weight, dental, pediculosis and scoliosis and referral process

Document findings, physical/psychosocial response for student and staff treatments and parent interactions. Accurately record data regarding patient’s condition and all provided care services

Prepare and maintain health records; maintain confidentiality

Evaluate immunization records; verify immunization compliance, utilize State immunization program (ASIIS), advise parents of additional doses needed; track suspension dates

Model professional, safe, responsible and respectful behavior

Participate in sharing information with nurse, school team on the health and safety needs of the student

Understand DCS reporting protocol and communicate with nurse in appropriate situations

Prepare and distribute instructional materials as directed by the school nurse

Maintain and order office supplies and equipment

Regular and on-time attendance required

Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified and Nationally Registered Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician Level 1 with current CPR card

Working knowledge and experience of immunization requirements according to Arizona State Law

Moderate proficiency in typing; knowledge of computer and applications with Synergy preferred

Skills & Competencies:

Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate

Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.

Ability to work well with students, staff, parents; good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to operate standard office equipment, organization and prioritize the health office

Ability to accept limitation of responsibility; ability to follow protocol when administering care

Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Typically works in the school health office, which may be located near the main office or in a dedicated clinic space

Interacts daily with students from various age groups (elementary to high school)

Works closely with teachers, administrators, school nurses, and parents

Primarily an indoor job, but may involve occasional outdoor activity during field trips or school events

Needs to be prepared for emergencies or unexpected situations (e.g., injuries, sudden illnesses)

May need to lift medical supplies or equipment (generally under 25 lbs)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.