Tucson Unified School District
Tucson, Arizona, United States
Health Assistant Roving (Effective 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR)
Job Description
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: Health Services - various sites
Temp/Hourly Position - $12.58 per hour
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
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.
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Name | Penny Cuffe |
Title | Program Coordinator |
Phone | 520-225-3284 |
penny.cuffe@tusd1.org |