HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Hourly Rate: $19.58
Purpose Statement
The job of Health Technician was established for the purpose/s of performing student health duties at assigned school site under the direction of a school nurse; administering first aid and supervising students self administering prescribed medications in accordance with policies and practices, assisting in student vision and hearing screening testing; assisting with student care; and maintaining confidential student health records.
This job reports to Administrator/Supervisor
Essential Functions
Administers, in the absence of the nurse, emergency first aid (e.g. CPR, AED, asthma and/or low blood sugar episodes, injuries including head/neck, fractures, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs.
Attends in-service trainings, staff meetings, workshops, etc. as requested for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
Communicates with the school nurse, site administrators, and students (e.g. observations, messages, status) for the purpose of ensuring the safety and well being of the students.
Consults with Nurse/Administrators 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.
Coordinates a variety of onsite screenings and clinics (e.g. vision, hearing, Wellness, Dental, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring timely completion of event and complying with established regulations.
Maintains a variety of manual and electronic records and files most of which are confidential (e.g. medical emergency cards, medical alert status, Epipen; allergy; medication logs, accident reports, daily illness/injury logs, supply inventories, mandated screening, immunization records, Health Concern List, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining accuracy in records and/or providing information required for health mandates for ISBE and or Health Department.
Maintains educational and instructional materials on a variety of health subjects for the purpose of ensuring items are available for distribution to teachers, students and/or parents.
Maintains work areas (e.g. sinks, counters, beds, blankets, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining area in accordance with established standards.
Monitors students self-administering medications (under the direction of a health care professional) for the purpose of meeting the ongoing health care needs of students.
Performs a variety of screenings (by assignment) (e.g. scoliosis, color blindness, vision, hearing, lice checks, height/weight, etc.) for the purpose of complying with federal and state regulations.
Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. logs, re-screen lists, student records, accident reports, notices, periodic and year-end reports, letters to parents about food allergies, etc..) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established regulations, documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.
Processes student’s new and withdrawal forms for the purpose of ensuring completeness of records, conveying information, and complying with district, state and federal requirements.
Responds to inquiries from a variety of internal and external parties by phone, letter or in person (e.g. staff, parents, students, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, facilitating communication and/or direction/referral as may be required.
Supervises students within the health room for the purpose of monitoring students referred for illness and/or observation.
Other Functions
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: administering first aid/CPR; performing vision, hearing, screening tests; handling body fluids and waste materials; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: emergency first aid/CPR procedures; universal precautions and infection control procedures; health standards and reporting procedures.
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: maintaining confidentiality; adapting to changing work priorities; being attentive to detail; displaying tact and courtesy; communicating with diverse groups of individuals; meeting deadlines and schedules; working with constant interruptions; and ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in a clean atmosphere.
Experience Job related experience is required.
Education High School diploma or equivalent.
Equivalency None Specified
Required Testing | Certificates |
None Specified | First Aid, CPR, and AED Certificates |
Continuing Educ./Training | Clearances |
Maintain Certificates | Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance |