Location: Columbus,OH, USA
We are seeking an On-Call Substitute Health Clinic Aide/Paraprofessional to work at any of the three (Elementary, Middle and/or High School) clinics to support the nurse and/or the needs of the students). Medical background highly preferred!
General Summary
The position involves supporting the school nurse and assisting students who may be sick, injured, or have a chronic health condition(s). The Health Clinic Aide will need to be knowledgeable about health safety plans for individual students and able to implement them, following any/all medical and safety protocols that have been established by the district and the building(s). The Health Clinic Aide will help address medical and/or safety questions that may arise when the nurse is not present, determining when the nurse or administrator needs to be contacted. Duties may include assignments outside of the health clinic (i.e. study hall coverage)
Qualifications
* High school diploma required, Associate's degree preferred- medical background preferred
* Paraprofessional certificate, or substitute certificate through ODE
* Pass all FBI & BCI/BCII checks
* Strong organizational and communication skills
* Effective knowledge and use of technology relevant to the position
* Student-centered focus
* Ability to meet physical requirements of the position on a daily basis
* Climb steps
* Lift up to 25 pounds
* Transport children using various equipment
* Perform minor health related tasks (diapering, feeding tube, seizure plans, etc.)
Essential Job Functions:
* Knowledge of maintaing essential medications and procedures for district student medical conditions
* Daily documentation of specific medical conditions and needs of current students, including but not limited
to diabetes, G-tubes, tracheotomy
* Assist in clinic area throughout the school day or as assigned
* CPR Certified