What is the role of a Health Assistant at Thomas MacLaren School?

The Health Assistant position at Thomas MacLaren School is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the relevant field.

Where is this Health Assistant job located?

Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80945, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Health Assistant role?

Full-time or part-time position

What industry does this Health Assistant position belong to?

This role spans multiple industries.

What is the expected salary for this Health Assistant job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

How can I apply for the Health Assistant position at Thomas MacLaren School?

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Health Assistant at Thomas MacLaren School

Job Title: Health Assistant

Reports To: School Nurse

Supervisory: No

Non-exempt

Pay Type:

Hourly

Compensation:

Pay range: $16-$18/hr.
Benefits: For employees contracted for 30 hours per week or more, Thomas MacLaren School pays for 100% of the employee’s base insurance premiums (Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term and Short-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, and Life insurance) for the base level coverages. No benefits are provided to employees contracted for less than 30 hours per week.

General Purpose: To assist the School Nurse in assessing and meeting the health needs of students

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Triage complaints and injuries, administer minor first aid, evaluate head bumps, and assess illness and hydration needs
Document incidents that occur at school
Communicate via telephone or email with nurse, families, and colleagues
Accept health care plans and administer medication throughout the school day
Monitor and manage health supplies inventory and submit purchase requests
Keep infirmary clean and organized
Assist nurse with immunization compliance and health screenings
Maintain confidentiality

This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to reflect the principal job elements essential for making compensation and employment decisions.

Qualifications:

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, professional and clear communication skills
Takes initiative within scope of position; seeks to own position and area and make it better
Ability to demonstrate or complete CPR, AED, First Aid, and Universal Precautions Certification (to be completed within 2 weeks of start of employment)
Medication Administration Training and Delegation (to be completed within 2 weeks of start of employment)
Ability to learn Student Information System and Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Eagerness to work with students of all ages (K-12) and their families
Desire to be part of the administrative team for Thomas MacLaren School

Education: High school diploma or better; medical training (CNA, MA, etc., preferred)

Experience: Two or more years’ experience; experience working in schools with students and families preferred

Physical Requirements of this position include:

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

SELDOM

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

SELDOM

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

EXTREME COLD OR HEAT

VISUAL ACUITY: Near/Far

HEIGHTS

HEARING

NOISE

X2400

SPEECH

DRIVING

EYE/HAND COORDIN.

WALKING/Uneven Surfaces

TRAVEL:

WORKING ALONE

Local

WORK WITH OTHERS

National

MOVING HEAVY ITEMS:

SELDOM

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

OPERATING MACHINERY:

LIFTING/LOWERING

Over 30 lb

Over 20 lb

0-20 lb.

COMPUTER

LIFTING OVER SHOULDER

Over 30 lb

Over 20 lb

0-20 lb.

COPIER

REACHING OVER SHLDER

Over 30 lb

Over 20 lb

0-20 lb.

MOUSE

CARRYING

Over 30 lb

Over 20 lb

0-20 lb.

TELEPHONE

PUSHING/PULLING

Over 30 lb

Over 20 lb

0-20 lb.

OTHER (please list)

PULLING

Over 30 lb

Over 20 lb

0-20 lb.

Health Assistant at Thomas MacLaren School – Colorado Springs, Colorado

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