Health Room Assistant - Vacancy ID: 217649

STUDENT HEALTH ROOM ASSISTANT

JOB LOCATION:           Douglasl Elementary School    

HOURS:                        Part-Time – 5.75 hours per day on days students are present

Monday-Friday, between the hours of 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

Hours to be determined based on student need

SALARY RATE:            Instructional Paraprofessional Compensation Schedule

Starting Rate of $17.37 per hour; Category B, Level 1

START DATE:              .As soon as possible

JOB DESCRIPTION:     The job duties of the Health Aide will include, but will not be limited to: monitor and track special health concerns of students, monitor immunizations, administer g-tube feedings, administer daily and as needed medications, administer emergency medications as needed, complete hearing and vision screenings, be a member of the medical emergency response team, and provide basic first aid to students with minor injuries/illnesses in the health room.  This individual will be supporting any additional complex medical needs based on student population. The individual will also provide support to students in the classroom, lunchroom, and hallways as needed. 

 This position will work under the direct supervision of the Watertown School District School Nurse and will receive appropriate training from the nurse.  The aide is also under the supervision of the building administration. 

 The qualifications for this aide position include a high school diploma or equivalent; experience and/or desire to work with high school students; ability to interact and work with students, staff, and parents in a positive manner; having basic computer skills for record keeping; and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Special consideration may be given to applicants who have had past experience and enjoy working in the medical field, such as a certified medical assistant or certified nursing assistant. 

APPLY BY:                   Applications will be received until the needs of the district have been met.

               The Watertown Unified School District does not discriminate in its education program, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or disability status.