Health Assistant at Ford Elementary (Effective 2020-2021SCHOOL YEAR)

SUMMARY:

Assists school nurse in caring for the health needs of children and staff at a TUSD school. Under the direct/indirect supervision of a school nurse, performs the essential functions of a health assistant.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Three years of experience in a health care setting or school health environment
Basic training in first aid and CPR certification
Awareness of the universal precautions for handling body fluids.
Must demonstrate proficiency with thermometer and sphygmomanometer
Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
Any equivalent combination of experience, training, or education

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE

FBI fingerprint background check (at employees expense)
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
CPR and First Aid Certification. Certification must be maintained current during course of employment
Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for [AZ Health Care Cost Containment System] AHCCCS-Provider ID Number
Health Services orientation / training required upon employment

COMMENTS

Effective: 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Ford Elementary School (Stella and Pantano area)

Site website: http://www.tusd1.org/ford
Classification: White Collar Grade: 6

FTE: .75 6 hours per day
Work Calendar: 9.5 months

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

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Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.

Job Contact Information

Name	Penny Cuffe
Title	Program Coordinator
Phone	5202253284
Email	penny.cuffe@tusd1.org