Substitute Health Office Assistant bei Redondo Beach Unified School District
Redondo Beach Unified School District · Redondo Beach, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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Job Description
REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
CLASS TITLE: HEALTH OFFICE ASSISTANT
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, administer basic first aid and screen ill or injured students; perform a variety of clerical duties in support of student health services; prepare and maintain student immunization and health records and files.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Administer basic first aid to students as appropriate; screen student complaints relating to medical conditions; take and record temperatures; notify parents of student illness or injury as necessary; provide ice packs and bandages; perform first aid procedures in emergency situations as needed.
Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of student health services; type, file, duplicate and distribute materials; distribute, collect and process various health-related forms and applications; prepare and disseminate routine correspondence and informational materials.
Establish and maintain cumulative student health and immunization record and files; maintain student emergency cards; review records to assure immunization, physical exam and health screening data is current; notify parents and students of needed immunizations, tests and screenings; maintain confidentiality of student health information.
Assist diabetic students with glucose testing and insulin treatment; provide proper storage for emergency diabetic supplies including syringes, insulin, and tubing for pumps; maintain accurate records of readings; assist with assessing the nutritional needs of diabetics.
Dispense medications according to physician instructions; prepare and maintain medication envelopes; maintain records of dosage including amount, time, medication, authorizations and related information.
Initiate and receive telephone calls; contact parents to request medication, documents and student information; confer with faculty, staff, medical personnel and outside agencies concerning student health and related issues and concerns; explain District health policies and procedures.
Input a variety of student health data and other information into an assigned computer system; maintain automated records and files; generate computerized lists and reports as requested.
Maintain various records and logs related to student visits, screenings, tests, medications, accidents, medical history and assigned activities; prepare routine reports; establish and maintain filing systems.
Assist in the coordination and administration of vision, hearing, scoliosis and other screening tests and clinics for students as directed; compile, assemble and prepare related student and school information and materials.
Utilize standard health instruments; operate a variety of office equipment including a copier, fax machine, computer and assigned software.
Maintain the health office in a clean, orderly and safe condition; assist in ordering, receiving and maintaining inventory of first aid supplies as required.
Attend in-service trainings and meetings as directed.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic health office practices, terminology, procedures and equipment.
Health and safety regulations.
Basic first aid and CPR procedures.
Clean and sterile treatment techniques.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Record-keeping and filing techniques.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Administer first aid and CPR.
Prepare and maintain student immunization and health records and files.
Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of student health services.
Learn, interpret, apply and explain District health policies and procedures.
Screen students for various health and safety concerns.
Compile and verify data and prepare routine reports.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Operate a computer and assigned software.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years of clerical or health office experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Health office environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to retrieve supplies.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Seeing to read a variety of materials and screen student health conditions.
HAZARDS:
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and bodily fluids.
Communicable diseases.
