Health Office Specialist at Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
About the Employer
Located in the scenic, sea-side communities of Santa Monica and Malibu, the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is a preK-12 school district serving approximately 8,835 students. SMMUSD is a diverse community dedicated to extraordinary achievement for all while simultaneously closing the achievement gap, and committed to pursuing excellence through equity. Current priorities include social justice standards, restorative justice, project-based learning, innovative teaching and a high level of student engagement. Our schools are supported by involved parents and communities. The District has nine elementary schools, three middle schools, one alternative school (K-8), two high schools, one continuation high school, child development services and adult education programs. The first classroom opened with 52 students in March 1876. U.S. News and World Report has named both Santa Monica High School and Malibu High School as Top High Schools in the nation and state, awarding a silver medal to Samohi with the ranking of 606 in the nation and 105 in the state and a gold medal to Malibu High School for rankings of 279 and 45, respectively in 2017. Three schools have been recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools: Edison Language Academy, Will Rogers Learning Community and Lincoln Middle School. Lincoln Middle School has earned the Gold School designation in 2015 and is one of nine schools recognized as a California Distinguished School. The others are: Franklin, Grant, McKinley, Roosevelt, Will Rogers, and Webster Elementary Schools, and Malibu and Santa Monica high schools. The SMMUSD Mission Statement, Extraordinary achievement for all students while simultaneously closing the achievement gap, guides the work of the Excellence through Equity plan that includes the following three priorities: All graduates are ready for college and careers; English learners will become proficient in English while engaging in a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and all students engage in schools that are safe, well-maintained and family-friendly. Students attending Santa Monica High School and Malibu High School have a graduation rate of about 95%, with the majority of students moving forward with post-secondary education options.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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BASIC FUNCTION
Under general supervision, assists in the daily operation of a school health office, administers first aid, assists students in taking prescribed medications, and performs a variety of related clerical duties.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
- A high school diploma or recognized equivalent.
EXPERIENCE:
- One (1) year of clerical experience including record keeping, data entry, and public contact.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/INFORMATION:
- A valid First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
- A valid California Driver License and availability of private transportation or ability to provide transportation between job sites is required.
- Experience working within a health care setting is highly desirable.
- Experience working with school age children in an organized setting is highly desirable.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Assists students in taking prescribed medications
- Assists the Credentialed School Nurse in maintaining health records and preparing reports
- Types and files student health records
- Prepares documents and reports for the Credentialed School Nurse or the school administrator when immunizations are not in compliance with current state laws
- Assists students with toileting and activities of daily living
- Maintains supplies in the health office and prepares requisitions for needed replacements
- Provides first aid to students and others who are hurt or become injured at school
- Records temperature readings
- Contacts parents and paramedics as required
- Performs specialized physical healthcare procedures and treatments including, but not limited to, glucose monitoring, mechanical nebulizer treatment or emergency injections of medications with appropriate training and supervision by the Credentialed School Nurse
- Maintains safety and sanitation of the school health office
- Performs related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Office practices and recordkeeping procedures.
- Basic math.
- Appropriate telephone etiquette and customer relations techniques.
- Uses word processing, database and spreadsheet applications programs.
- First aid procedures and practices, including CPR and use of AED.
ABILITY TO:
- Proficiently operate personal computer and standard office equipment.
- Assemble, maintain and verify information contained in records, reports and documents.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with co-workers, management, faculty, students, parents, public and private representatives, and other department personnel.
- Demonstrate flexibility and respond to changing requirements and job assignments.
- Work cooperatively with others.
SUPERVISION:
Supervision is received from the Director of Student Services.Technical and functional direction is provided by the Credentialed School Nurse. No supervision of other staff is exercised.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
KNOWLEDGE:
Supervision is received from the Director of Student Services.Technical and functional direction is provided by the Credentialed School Nurse. No supervision of other staff is exercised.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
KNOWLEDGE:
- First aid procedures and techniques
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures and techniques
- Use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
- Principles and practices of recordkeeping and maintaining documentation
- Principles and practices of data collection and entry
- Principles, practices, and techniques of information gathering
- Word processing, database, and spreadsheet software
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Professional & Technical Expertise – Applying technical subject matter to the job
- Using Technology – Working with electronic hardware and software applications
- Safety Focus – Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
- Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
- Adaptability – Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
- Customer Focus – Attending to the needs and expectation of customers
- Attention to Detail – Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
- Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
- Relationship Building – Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
- Oral Communication – Engaging effectively in dialogue
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