School-Based Health Technician Griffin Technology Academies - 3.0 Vallejo, CA Job Details Full-time $31.11 - $37.18 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Family leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications CPR Certification High school diploma or GED First Aid Certification Working with students

Full Job Description Title:

School-Based Health Technician Location:

MIT HS, MIT MS, GA HS, GA MS

- as assigned Reports to: Credentialed School Nurse and/or designee

Status:

Full-time, Non-Exempt, Academic Calendar, 187 days

Salary Range:

$31.11 - $37.18 per hour, Classified Schedule, Range 10 plus GTA Benefits/CalPERS Position Summary Under the direction of a Credentialed School Nurse and/or designee, the School-Based Health Technician provides health-related services to support student safety, attendance, and access to the educational program. Responsibilities include first aid and routine health-office care, medication assistance, authorized health procedures, student health records, and response to student health needs in accordance with medical orders, individualized health plans, established procedures, and applicable law. The School-Based Health Technician is not a licensed nurse and does not independently assess, diagnose, interpret medical orders, or make nursing judgments. Clinical concerns or changes in a student's condition must be referred to the Credentialed School Nurse or other appropriate personnel. That second paragraph is worth keeping because the source specifically limits the technician's role and reserves nursing assessment/judgment for licensed professionals. Primary Responsibilities Provide first aid and routine health-office care to students who are ill, injured, or experiencing health-related concerns. Observe students and promptly report changes in condition, abnormal findings, medication concerns, or other health and safety issues. Follow individualized health care plans, emergency action plans, Section 504 plans, IEP-related health procedures, and other written protocols. Assist students with personal care needs, including toileting, hygiene, positioning, mobility, and feeding support, as assigned. Support student health needs during school activities, field trips, transportation, and other settings when assigned. Administer or assist with medications when authorized, trained, and permitted, in accordance with current medical orders and parent/guardian authorization. Perform assigned specialized health procedures following required training and competency validation. Procedures may include diabetes care and insulin administration, glucose/ketone monitoring, glucagon administration, enteral feeding and gastrostomy care, catheterization, suctioning, oxygen-related procedures, ostomy care, seizure first aid/rescue medication, and other legally authorized procedures. Use assigned medical devices and health technologies safely and in accordance with student-specific plans. Maintain readiness for health emergencies and promptly activate appropriate emergency response procedures when needed. Accurately document health-office visits, medication administration, procedures, observations, interventions, and communications. Maintain confidential student health, medication, immunization, screening, and emergency records. Assist with health-related data entry, reports, notices, forms, record review, and follow-up. Maintain an organized health office, including medications, supplies, equipment, inventory, and expiration tracking. Protect confidential student information and follow applicable privacy and recordkeeping requirements. Communicate professionally and compassionately with students, families, staff, administrators, health providers, and community partners. Refer matters requiring nursing judgment, medical interpretation, or clarification of medical orders to the Credentialed School Nurse. Participate in required trainings, emergency drills, meetings, and competency reviews. Maintain a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for students and families. Perform other related duties as assigned. Additional Responsibilities and Expectations Provide general campus supervision, as assigned, to support student safety, visibility, and behavioral expectations in designated areas. Perform additional duties as assigned. Work Environment & Physical Demands Work is performed in health offices, classrooms, restrooms, cafeterias, playgrounds, school vehicles, outdoor areas, and other school or community settings. The position requires frequent interaction with students and may involve exposure to communicable illness, blood or other bodily fluids, medical equipment, and emergencies. The employee must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, and assist students with mobility, positioning, transfers, personal care, and adaptive or medical equipment. Lifting or moving students, equipment, or supplies must be performed in accordance with GTA safety requirements and with appropriate assistance or equipment when required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience in health care, school health, pediatric care, disability support, or a related setting preferred. Experience working with school-age children and/or students with disabilities or chronic health conditions preferred. Medical assistant, health technician, or other relevant postsecondary training is desirable. Knowledge of basic first aid, CPR/AED, infection prevention, standard precautions, and emergency response procedures. Knowledge of basic medical and school-health terminology and medication/procedure safety practices. Ability to accurately follow medical orders, individualized health plans, protocols, and safety procedures. Ability to recognize urgent health concerns, respond appropriately, and seek assistance when necessary. Strong organizational, documentation, communication, confidentiality, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency with computers, student information systems, and health-related technology. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a school environment. Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification from an approved provider. Completion of required student-specific training and competency validation before independently performing assigned health procedures. Successful completion of required fingerprinting/background checks, tuberculosis clearance, mandated reporter training, and other employment clearances. Valid California Driver's License and automobile insurance when driving is an assigned duty. Bilingual in Spanish. —

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE

Griffin Technology Academies ("GTA" or "the District") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries regarding Title IX may be directed to GTA's Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, or both. To report conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or to file a complaint under Title IX, please contact GTA's Title IX Coordinator or refer to the District's nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures. GTA's full nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are available on the District website, in the employee handbook, or upon request by emailing HR. The District is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of the School to afford equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to their perceived or identified: race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and hairstyle, including but not limited to braids, locks, and twists); color; gender, (including gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity, whether or not the employee is transitioning or has transitioned); sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to such); religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices); marital/registered domestic partner status; age (forty (40) and over); national origin or ancestry (including native language spoken and possession of a driver's license issued to persons unable to prove their presence in the U.S. is authorized by federal law); physical or mental disability (including HIV and AIDS); medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics); taking of a leave of absence pursuant to the Family Medical Leave Act ("FMLA"), Pregnancy Disability Leave ("PDL") law, Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA"), California Family Rights Act ("CFRA"), the Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA"), or laws related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking laws; genetic information; sexual orientation; military and veteran status; or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY CONTACTS

Lisa Dodson Title IX Coordinator | 707-663-3900 233 Hobbs Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94589 Lisa Dodson Title II, Title V, Title VI, Section 504, and UCP Coordinator | 707-663-3900 233 Hobbs Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94589 ACCESS

TO POLICIES

Nondiscrimination policies and grievance procedures can be found at https://gtaschools.org/167288_2 or requested by emailing: .

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

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Pay:

$31.11 - $37.18 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Family leave Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person