Health Office Clerk 2023-24 at Hollister School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
(1) 5.5-hour position at R.O. Hardin.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Principal, Lead School Nurse and/or the School Nurse, is responsible for implementing a variety of health related tasks at assigned schools.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Reviews emergency cards for health problems and notifies school nurse assigned to site.
Makes telephone contacts with parents regarding suspected or known health problems.
Enters routine information into the health insert of the cumulative file (i.e., passed health screening, general health information, CHDP exam dates, immunization dates).
Assists during health screenings.
Performs medical procedures and assists medically fragile or physically disabled students with toileting needs.
Dispenses medication to students with authorized medication orders.
Performs first aide at assigned school(s).
Performs preliminary data collection for nurse referrals, health problems, medical releases, etc.
Compiles listing of student health problems and screening/rescreening dates.
Assists with conducting first aide/disaster pack inventory, distribution, and restocking.
Conducts classroom lice checks.
Conducts health supply inventory, ordering, and stocking at assigned school.
Conducts home visit with nurse
Performs computer data input
Assists in performing duties of office manager and secretarial staff at assigned site when time allows.
Assists with a wide range of activities including, catheterization, feeding and suctioning, bracing and unbracing.
Attends to the personal care needs of some students with physical limitations.
Performs other related duties as required.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would indicate possession the knowledge, skills and abilities listed herein. Completion of the 12th grade or the equivalent and one year of health related field preferred.
Knowledge: Knowledge of proper office methods and practices including filing systems, business correspondence, receptionist and telephone techniques, report writing; proper English usage and vocabulary including grammar, spelling and punctuation and computer usage. Spanish speaking skills recommended.
Abilities: Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; apply good judgment in recognizing the scope of authority as delegated; maintain the security and confidentiality of specified records and information; communicate tactfully and effectively in both oral and written form in English; type accurately at 30-40 words per minute; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Physical Effort/Work Environment: Light to moderate physical effort; frequent standing or walking; periodic handling of light to medium weight parcels or supplies. Indoor work environment. A pre-placement physical examination may be required.
Licenses and Certificates: A valid Class 3 California Driver’s License and evidence of appropriate automobile insurance, based upon DMV regulations, may be required, in addition to a valid First Aid and CPR certificate.
Requirements / Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalency and some college level courses required; Knowledge of proper office methods and practices including filing systems, business correspondence, receptionist and telephone techniques, report writing; proper English usage and vocabulary including grammar, spelling and punctuation and computer usage. Typing skills required.
Under the direction of the Principal, and/or the School Nurse, the Health Clerk is responsible for implementing a variety of health-related tasks at assigned schools. Makes telephone contacts with parents regarding suspected or known health problems. Assists during health screenings, dispenses medication to students with authorized medication orders, performs preliminary data collection for nurse referrals, health problems, medical releases, etc. Assists with conducting first aide/disaster pack inventory, distribution, and restocking. Conducts health supply inventory, ordering, and stocking. Enters routine information into the health insert of the cumulative file. Performs medical procedures and assists medically fragile or physically disabled students with toileting needs. Bilingual preferred, but not required.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 current letters of recommendation)
- Other (Proof of High School Diploma or GED completion)
Requirements / Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalency and some college level courses required; Knowledge of proper office methods and practices including filing systems, business correspondence, receptionist and telephone techniques, report writing; proper English usage and vocabulary including grammar, spelling and punctuation and computer usage. Typing skills required.
Under the direction of the Principal, and/or the School Nurse, the Health Clerk is responsible for implementing a variety of health-related tasks at assigned schools. Makes telephone contacts with parents regarding suspected or known health problems. Assists during health screenings, dispenses medication to students with authorized medication orders, performs preliminary data collection for nurse referrals, health problems, medical releases, etc. Assists with conducting first aide/disaster pack inventory, distribution, and restocking. Conducts health supply inventory, ordering, and stocking. Enters routine information into the health insert of the cumulative file. Performs medical procedures and assists medically fragile or physically disabled students with toileting needs. Bilingual preferred, but not required.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 current letters of recommendation)
- Other (Proof of High School Diploma or GED completion)
Comments and Other Information
The Hollister School District prohibits, at any district school or school activity, discrimination, harassment, including sexual harassment, intimidation, and bullying, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This shall apply when applicable, to interns, volunteers, and job applicants. For questions, concerns or complaints, please contact Title IX Compliance Officer: Kip Ward, Assistant Superintendent; 2690 Cienega Road, Hollister, CA 95023; (831) 630-6300; kward@hesd.org.
Comments and Other Information
The Hollister School District prohibits, at any district school or school activity, discrimination, harassment, including sexual harassment, intimidation, and bullying, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This shall apply when applicable, to interns, volunteers, and job applicants. For questions, concerns or complaints, please contact Title IX Compliance Officer: Kip Ward, Assistant Superintendent; 2690 Cienega Road, Hollister, CA 95023; (831) 630-6300; kward@hesd.org.