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Paulding County Schools lists this Clinic Assistant (Anticipated Vacancy) opportunity in dallas, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Clinic AssistantPosition Title: Clinic Assistant - Salary Schedule: PCSD Classified/CLSSDepartment: School SupportReports To: Nurse Supervisor - Work Schedule: 181 days per year/8 hours per dayGrade/Level: CLSS/ - FLSA: Non-Exempt/Compensable Time EligiblePrimary Function: Assist school nurses in providing basic health services to students at school-based clinics. Knowledge of basic health office practices, terminology, procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of health and safety regulations. Ability to operate a computer and assigned software. Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.Working Conditions: Office Environment/School Clinic - Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboardConstant Interruptions - Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone. Seeing to read a variety of materialsPotential exposure to infectious diseases, blood, and bodily fluids - Sitting for extended periods of timeBending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materialsLifting students and lifting to 40 pounds, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.Ability to assist students in emergency situations requiring a quick pace traversing stairs or hills.Qualifications:Minimum of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate requiredMust possess First Aid and CPR CertificateHealth/first aid field experience, including some training and experience in pediatrics and emergency medical careTraining in blood-borne pathogen procedures is desirableThe Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.Essential Functions:1. Performs routine clinical services as required, including basic health assessment and first aid, and follows up in a user-friendly clinic environment2. Monitors and maintains clinic records.3. Assist with any student emergency and notify appropriate personnel in an effective and timely manner.4. Assist school nurse with student screenings.5. Encourages and promotes health education and wellness through best-practice clinic interventions in accordance with health policies, goals, and objectives of the nursing program6. Assist with communicable disease prevention and control by good recordkeeping and reporting cases to Lead Nurse.7. Assists in monitoring immunization records and acts as a resource regarding current immunization practices8. Manages and supports students with chronic diseases and disabilities, communicating effectively with parents/guardians and related staff9. Notifies parents, guardians, and appropriate school personnel in a timely manner using effective communication skills regarding illness, accidents, etc.10. Communicates with nursing supervisor, lead nurse, principal, and other staff members regarding school health issues11. Demonstrates good organizational and time management skills12. Completes assigned paperwork accurately and in a timely manner13. Lifting students and lifting to 40 pounds, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.14. Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designeeAll staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.
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dallas, GA, 30132, US
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