Medical Aide

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

o High School Diploma or GED o Minimum 1 year of experience in the field (preferred) o Valid Texas Medical Assistant Certification (preferred) o CNA, EMT, or LVN licensure (preferred)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

o Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools. o Participates in the formulation of campus health program goals and objectives. o Provides direct health care, emergency first aid and care, and related health services according to HPS policies and procedures. o Provides preventive health care by: providing appraisals, screening programs, referral and follow-up; recognizing, reporting, and using control measures on communicable diseases; and monitoring and providing follow-up on immunization needs. o Provides families with information on health and medical resources and assists families to access medical care. o Conducts health counseling, makes home visits, and follows through on health problems as needed. o Conducts instruction on bleeding control, dental and developmental health, cpr and other health topics as needed for students, parents, and staff and serves as a resource to staff regarding health instruction. o Maintains and submits Student Immunization Records to Department of State Health Services o Contacts parents regarding Immunization requirements o Performs state mandated student screenings and submits results to Department of State Health Services o Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

o Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district. o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district. o Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone. o Ability to analyze data and generate reports. o Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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Light Work:

may require the occasional light lifting. o Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required. o Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location. o Moderate travel is required.

Pay:

$20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person