Location: Los Lunas,NM, USA
Health Assistant
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* High School diploma or equivalent
* Post-secondary education in job related topics preferred
* Eligible for a New Mexico Instructional Assistant's License
* Current Red Cross First-Aid certification or equivalent and CPR certification or a willingness to obtain these certifications
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION: To assist in the school health program. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Follow local, state and federal law and adhere to Public Education Department and Local School Board Policy.
* Maintain confidentiality of information, builds and maintain sound working relationships with school personnel and the community.
* Assist in maintaining school health records system.
* Administer first aid for injuries and illnesses.
* Assist with screening tests and make routine referrals.
* Make appropriate referrals to the school nurse for follow-up of student health problems including medical or dental exams.
* Carry out routine office procedures.
* Assist with immunization records and recording on health records.
* Perform nursing tasks as delegated by the school nurse.
* May supervise students in self-administration of medications.
* Arrange for proper care of ill students, including notification of parents, if necessary.
* Assist in non-instructional duties, including but not limited to hall, lunchroom, and grounds monitoring as directed.
* Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.
REPORTS TO: Principal
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work year to be in accordance with current schedule for 189-day employees. Salary to be determined by individual training and experience level on current Assistant Paraprofessional Salary Schedule.
EVALUATION: Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education's policy on evaluation of classified personnel.
PHYSICAL LEVEL RATING: This position will require the employee to function at a medium physical capacity as defined by Workman's Compensation statutes. Medium physical capacity indicates the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally or up to 25 pounds frequently.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Until filled