Substitute/Limited Term Health Services Technician (29250) - Poway Unified School District : Job Details

Salary: $21.16 - $27.09 HourlyLocation : Throughout Poway Unified School District, CAJob Type: HourlyJob Number: 23-0090Site/Dept: District-wideOpening Date: 10/18/2023Closing Date: ContinuousNumber of Working Months: N/ADescription*PLEASE NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR Substitute/Limited Term Health Services Technicians***THIS POSITION DOES NOT INCLUDE BENEFITS, AS IT IS A SUBSTITUTE/LIMITED TERM POSITION**Placement on the limited term (substitute) list does not qualify candidates for consideration for contracted positions or placement on a contracted eligibility list. ****The starting rate for new applicants to PUSD for this position is step one on the appropriate salary schedule.**BASIC FUNCTION:Under the direction of the principal and with health direction provided by Health Services, assess and provide first aid care to ill and injured students and staff; assist individuals with specialized health care needs; prepare and maintain a variety of medical-related records, logs and files. Examples of Duties REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:Perform first aid procedures and screen ill or injured students according to established procedures; utilize a variety of health products and supplies in caring for injuries and health needs; provide specialized health care to students as directed; notify parents of student conditions or symptoms as needed. EAdminister first aid in emergency situations and notify nurse, administrator, parents or paramedics as needed; utilize knowledge of student health services for a variety of injuries, illnesses and related symptoms. ESchedule students for and assist with vision, hearing, scoliosis and dental screenings; schedule follow-up screenings if further testing is required; assist health specialists and other professionals in conducting health screening services as required. EPrepare, maintain and type a variety of health-related records and files including student health records, immunizations, physical exam status, accident reports, communicable disease list and other health reports; prepare correspondence, forms, notices and referrals; maintain health and related files and duplicate materials as needed; may update student attendance-related records and files including cum folders as assigned by the position. EReceive and review student health files incoming from other schools and Districts; communicate with other schools as needed to clarify or obtain information as needed. EAssist in administration of medications according to physician and parent instructions; prepare related documents; communicate with physicians and parents to obtain authorization forms; notify parents of prescription refills as needed. EMaintain the health office in a clean, orderly and safe condition; dispose of biomedical waste and hazards according to established procedures; maintain inventory and order first aid supplies as necessary; prepare and restock first aid kits for classrooms and field trips as assigned. EAssure students have updated immunization records; review records of new students and notify students of follow-up shots; prepare letters or exclusion notices and notify parents and principal as appropriate. EOperate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; use a variety of medical equipment and instruments as assigned. EMay assist in performing attendance-related activities including preparing ADA reports, verifying absences, enrolling students, preparing transfer records, adding and dropping students and other activities as assigned by the position. EPerform related duties as assigned.NOTE: At the end of some of the duty statements, there is an E which identifies essential duties required of the classification.Minimum QualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school and one year of experience providing health services and/or working in a school office. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid certifications provided by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or District approved provider for First Aid, Adult/Child CPR and AED. Online certifications will be accepted from these vendors as long as a hands-on skills assessment is completed. Recertification to maintain current/valid status is a condition of employment. Supplemental InformationKNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF:Student health services related to injuries and illnesses.District policies, procedures and practices related to health issues, medical terminology and related activities.First Aid and age-appropriate CPR techniques.Health and safety regulations.Attendance procedures and related document preparation techniques.Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.Record-keeping techniques.Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.Oral and written communication skills.Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. ABILITY TO:Assess and provide first aid care to ill and injured students and staff.Assist individuals with specialized health care needs.Prepare and maintain a variety of medical-related records, logs and files.Establish and maintain files, records, reports and referrals.Understand and follow oral and written directions.Meet schedules and time lines.Plan and organize work.Work confidentially with discretion.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Read, explain and follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Apply appropriate care and procedures related to ill or injured students.Perform clerical duties such as filing, typing, duplicating and maintaining records.Operate computer and medical equipment as required.The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability. For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406, 858-###-####.Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible contract employees who are contracted for 20 (twenty) or more hours per week. Benefits include:

• Retirement - CalPERS
• Holidays - 16 paid holidays per year (based on 12-month employment contract)
• Vacation - Starting at 12 days per year for 12-month employees, increasing with length of service
• Sick Leave - 12 paid sick days per year (for 12 working months)
• Medical and Prescription Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness/Mental Health Benefit
• Flexible Benefit Plan Options

For further information regarding our benefits, please visit our website at: 01 The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Qualified means that you meet the minimum qualifications found in the job description. Incomplete responses will disqualify your application or reduce the credit given for your qualifications. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your skill level is considered providing false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills will be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment. Please note: (*) Answering See Application or See Resume on any of the following questions may result in your application being disqualified from further consideration in the recruitment process. (*) Your related work experience must be clearly shown in the areas for work history on your application. (*) The information provided in answering these questions will be considered in determining whether you will move to the next step and may be used as part of a technical and experience evaluation. (*) I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above statement. (Please initial in the space provided below). 02 This position requires current valid certifications provided by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or District approved provider for First Aid, Adult/Child CPR and AED. (Online certifications will be accepted from these vendors as long as a hands-on skills assessment is completed). Recertification to maintain current/valid status is a condition of employment. Have you attached copies of your current certification(s)? (If not submitted, your application will be subject to disqualification.)

• Yes
• No

03 This position requires two years experience providing health services to children and/or working in a school office. Please detail your experience in these areas. Be sure to include where this experience was attained, for how long, the type of experience obtained and what percentage of the position was performed in these areas. (Answering See Application or See Resume to this question may disqualify your application from further consideration and participation in the recruitment process.) 04 I understand that this position requires documentation (CPR and First Aid) and that failure to provide this documentation by the filing deadline of the position may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Documentation may be submitted to the Personnel Commission by attaching the materials to the application, via email or in person. (Please initial in the space provided.) Required Question