Health Assistant - Part Time - Health Services

Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years. East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

About the role

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

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 support 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

Requirements

• 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)

Pay

Base hourly rate: $19.89. 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. Performance pay available annually.

Schedule

Part-time (28 hours per week), 9.25 months (B21 class/calendar).