Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of students in the DC area? DC Public schools is looking for Student Health Techs to provide services for the remainder of the school year and beyond.
$22/ hour
M-F: 8am-4:30pm
Student Health Tech – Children’s School Services (DC Schools)
Requirements: 2 years working as a PCT/CNA/EMT. Related clinical nursing assistant experience.
Health care experience in a community health, ambulatory care, inpatient, or school health
setting. Pediatrics experience preferred.
Certifications/Licenses Required: DC CNA license or EMT license. BLS and First Aid
certification through American Heart Association or Red Cross. High school diploma or
GED required.
Need to be able to perform physical duties such as but not limited to: CPR
administration, climbing stairs, quickly reporting to a classroom for an emergency, etc.
Location: DC Public Schools
Job Description: Below
Interview: 45 minutes. In person in Silver Spring, MD
Pay: $22/hour
Hours: 8a-4:30p, Monday-Friday
Other: Temp to perm position. 13 week contract and then will work internal with CSS. Must be dedicated to working internal with CSS after 13 week contract.
Job Description
CSS/Maxim – Student Health Tech Description
Position Summary:
As a member of the health care team, The Student Health Tech (DC Public Schools) will perform selected
tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse, and in cluster teams. The may perform a variety of services for students after the initial evaluation and nursing care plan has been developed by the registered nurse, which may include, but is not limited to: conducting and documenting screening procedures such as measuring height, weight, vision and hearing, performing data entry and other administrative tasks, etc.
The CSS Student Health Technician will also recognize deviations from normal screenings and report abnormal readings to the appropriate person.
Additionally, the Student Health Technician will rotate between schools as assigned. This position will support cluster teams with the maintenance of current health records on all students.
Required Skills/Knowledge:
Knowledge of medical terminology; community resources; interviewing techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Perform various screening techniques.
Monitor vital signs and discern deviations from the norm.
Knowledge of basic first aid procedures and practices.
Demonstrates sensitivity when dealing with persons with diverse cultural backgrounds.
Proficient knowledge of computer skills.
Functional Accountabilities
Clinical Process
Document according to school health policies and procedures (e.g. UHC, OHA, screenings, parent/guardian notifications).
Administer first aide, medications, and federal and district mandated screenings (e.g. hearing, vision, height/weight).
Obtain vital signs to include recording and monitoring and the recognition of abnormal ranges.
Assist the nurse or student in providing specialized treatments.
Maintain inventory or school health and first aid supplies.
Proactively communicate with parents, students, and/or other agencies for the purpose of promoting needed documents and/or treatments.
Ensuring proper immunization history and verification of immunizations
Monitor students referred for illness for the purpose of ensuring their safety and welfare
Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, injury related accidents) for the purpose of maintaining student personal safety
Respond to emergencies for the purpose of determining and implementing appropriate actions required to maintain health and safety of students.
Collect information and share with nurse their observation of students with special health care needs for inclusion into the care plan.
Assist health office staff in completing daily health logs monitoring students requiring immunizations and updating student health profiles.
Assist in organizing vision and hearing screening with school nurse.
Order health care supplies as requested by school nurse.
Administer basic first aid and assist with providing prescribed medication to students as needed.
Notify parents of ill or injured students and prepare accident reports as needed.
Perform a variety of general clerical duties in support of an assigned school health office including typing, filing, duplicating and distributing materials, coordinate flow of communications as needed.
Maintain cumulative files; request and track records for incoming students; maintain confidential files; update student data as needed; secure permanent storage of student information; update student emergency cards and input information into the Student Information System.
Monitor and manage student release and parent pick-up.
Answer, screen and refer telephone calls to appropriate staff; respond to inquiries and take messages as appropriate; receive, greet and direct visitors; respond to inquiries and provide a variety of general information or refer to appropriate staff.
Prepare and maintain logs, files and records in compliance with administrative guidelines and legal requirements; maintain student cumulative files and records; review, research and verify accuracy and completeness of various documents; prepare routine reports as directed; verify and process forms and applications as needed.
Prepare documents such as form letters and memos, calendars, bulletins, awards or other materials to communicate information to students, staff or the public; assist with processing of documents, forms, mailings and other materials and disseminate information to appropriate personnel.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a copier, fax machine, computer and assigned software.
Maintain inventory of office supplies and materials.
Receive, sort and distribute mail; respond to e-mail as directed.
Attend required school-wide and department in-services and trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Communication
Utilize appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication skills with school age children/families and all members of the healthcare team.
Collaborate and coordinate with other team members in delivering health care services.
Communicate necessary medical information in a timely manner to appropriate school personnel, parents/guardians, and delegating school nurse while maintaining confidentiality
Patient/Family Education
Identify ongoing education needs of school age children/families based on plan of care.
Report to delegating
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.