Health Services Associate - North HS bei Des Moines Public School District

TITLE: Health Services Associate

POSTION TYPE: ASOC/Class V

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required:

1. High School Diploma, HiSET, or G.E.D.
2. Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
3. Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant.
4. Prior health care experience in a clinical setting.
5. One of the following: (1) 48 credit hours post-secondary education, or (2) associate’s degree or higher, or (3) Para educator certification from Board of Educational Examiners, or (4) combined score of 150 or higher on the COMPASS test, or (5) a passing score on the AcuPlacer test.

Preferred Experience and Education:

1. Computer skills in the use of Microsoft Office tools and district software programs.
2. Experience working in pediatrics or public health.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

1. Ability to carry out duties cooperatively with others.
2. Oral and written communication skills.
3. Skills in oral and written communications.
4. Ability to maintain confidentiality with students, staff and parents.
5. Successful completion of state-approved medication administration course (can be done upon hire)

BASIC FUNCTION:

Provide clerical and patient care support to students and staff, under the direction of the school nurse.
The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the health services department and building assignment. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide First Aid within limits outlined by the health office guidelines and in accordance with skills taught in approved First Aid and CPR courses.
2. Administer medications and accurately record administrations, according to health office guidelines.
3. Contact school nurse when major illnesses or serious injuries of students or school personnel occur.
4. Contact parents of ill or injured students in accordance with established health office guidelines and, if necessary, prepare student to be transported.
5. Communicate with appropriate school personnel regarding disposition of students sent to the health office.
6. Record health office visits, student symptoms and the disposition of students sent to the health office.
7. Assist the school nurse in recording immunization needs of students.
8. Assist with health screening activities.
9. Maintain and file health office records.
10. Maintain a clean and organized health office environment.
11. Assist with toileting and personal hygiene needs of students.
12. Perform medical procedures and tasks delegated by the school nurse.
13. Assist when emergencies arise.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

DEPARTMENT: Health Services

REPORTS TO:   Health Services Supervisor

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: School Nurse, Building Administrator

BARGAINING GROUP:  DMEA

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt

FT/PT:  Full time

DAYS:  190     HOURS: 7.5

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Frequent: standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting (50lbs) and carrying (25 feet).

Occasional: sitting, climbing stairs, driving.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Constant inside

Occasional outside

Extremes of Temperature/Humidity

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Employee Benefits Information

 All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check.  Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check. 

Approved By: DF

Date: 10/2025