School Health Coordinator - Emergency Medical Technician

About the role

Joffe Emergency Services is hiring a full-time certified EMT to oversee the health and safety of students in the Los Gatos area. The ideal candidate should have prior experience working with children, strong communication skills, and a commitment to community relations and outreach.

Responsibilities

• Tend to the injuries and illnesses of students on campus and determine if further medical care is needed
• Advise school administration on various health and safety policies
• Complete detailed student and employee incident reports
• Oversee the medical needs of students, safeguard medication supply for students that require medication on a regular basis, and administer student medication per physician orders
• Actively participate in the development and maintenance of the school's disease prevention program
• Present on health-related topics and assist campus wellness practices with staff and students
• Maintain and monitor the school’s emergency information database for students including health records and immunization records, ensuring compliance and proper record-keeping
• Provide accurate and consistent communication with families regarding student medical, health, and wellness needs
• Participate as a member of the Emergency Preparedness Team, attend emergency preparedness coordination meetings as needed
• Serve as leader and first aid team member during an emergency
• Maintain emergency preparedness manual, classroom emergency backpacks, emergency and first aid supplies and food
• Work in conjunction with the school counselor to care for students with mental health first aid needs

Qualifications

• Possession of a current State EMT license and up-to-date CPR qualification
• Ability to communicate effectively in a school environment, both written and verbal
• Experience working with children with language-based learning differences preferred
• Strong computer skills; proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office
• Collaborative, team player, confident in front of large groups and public speaking

Physical Requirements and ADA Compliance

The work of this nature requires physical stamina, endurance, and body condition that would not be adversely affected by frequently having to sit, walk, stand, lift, carry, and balance. Hand-eye and motor coordination is necessary for the well-being of the patient, the First Responder and others over uneven terrain. Climbing and balancing are required for safe transport of the patient and equipment. Patients are often found injured or sick in locations where removal is possible only through the First Responder’s stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. Transporting lifesaving equipment, arm extension, handling carefully patients in fragile conditions, feeling to assess vital signs are part of the nature of this position. Responding to others through hearing is necessary in transmitting patient information and following directions. Sight is used to drive vehicles, distinguish landmarks and visually inspect patients.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• STD/LTD, Life
• Matching 401(k)
• Generous school break and time off policies
• $25 - $27.50 per hour salary