Clinic Assistant

Summary

Assists in the day-to-day work in the school’s health clinic

Essential Duties

• Monitors the activity of the school health clinic under the direction of the school administration
• Monitors ill or injured students while in the school health clinic
• Makes appropriate contact with administrators and parents regarding students who are sent to the school health clinic
• Administers basic first aid as needed
• Attends pre-service and service meetings as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Certification/Licensure

Completion of health or equivalent course in first aid/CPR required

Experience Qualifications

Some experience working with children preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of and appropriate techniques to administer basic first aid
• Ability to work effectively with the administration in implementing the objectives of the program
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Must be detailed and task oriented
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Requires safety training and protective devices
• Regular exposure to infectious material/diseases
• Regular exposure to chemicals and solvents

Physical Demands

• May have to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
• May have to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
• May require bending, stooping, or crouching