Health Office- EMT

Position Summary

Under general supervision, Health Technician-EMT provides healthcare services to staff and students by performing health screenings, providing first aid, and administering medications and treatment.

Job Responsibilities

Essential Functions : __ Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Assesses and treats injuries and illnesses of staff and students; administers medications and provides first aid as needed; documents details of office visits, treatments, and medications; notifies parents of illnesses and injuries.
• Conducts vision and hearing screenings and lice checks; inputs screening results into appropriate computer system; conducts re-screenings as needed; sends notification letters to families.
• Maintains student health and immunization records; ensures all students are up to date on immunizations; distributes letters for students requiring immunizations; updates health records as needed.
• Presents health related information to students, staff, and families to promote wellness.
• Attends and participates in continuing education and recertification as needed.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Job Requirements

Knowledge of -

Skill in -

Education and Experience :

High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one (1) year of healthcare experience, preferably with children; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment :

Must be certified as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), paramedic or CAN.

A valid State driver's license is required.

A valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer and related software, fax machine, and copy machine.