Health Clerk Substitute

Frontline Applicant Tracking - University Schools

Final date to receive applications: July 24, 2026 (Position may close earlier if filled.)

Pay Rate:

• $150 per day Classified Substitute Rate (without a bachelor's degree)
• $165 per day Classified Substitute Rate (with a bachelor's degree)

Help Keep Students Healthy, Safe, and Ready to Learn!

University Schools is seeking compassionate, dependable, and organized individuals to join our team as Health Technician/Clerk Substitutes
. This position provides substitute coverage for our school health offices and is ideal for individuals with healthcare experience who enjoy working with children in a supportive educational environment.

As a Health Technician/Clerk Substitute, you will work under the direction of the School Nurse to provide first aid, administer medications, assist with delegated nursing procedures, maintain confidential student health records, and help ensure students receive the care they need throughout the school day.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative K-12 school community.

• Evaluate and provide first aid and basic health care to students visiting the health office.
• Administer medications in accordance with Colorado law, school policy, and delegated nursing procedures.
• Perform delegated medical procedures under the supervision of the School Nurse.
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student illness, injury, or health concerns.
• Maintain confidential student health records, including immunizations, medication logs, Health Care Action Plans (HCAPs), accident reports, and vision and hearing screening records.
• Document student visits using the school's electronic health record system.
• Coordinate student health needs with teachers, administrators, parents, and the School Nurse.
• Assist with vision and hearing screenings and immunization clinics.
• Maintain inventory of health office supplies and equipment.
• Prepare medications for field trips.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant health office.
• Attend required trainings and complete assigned professional development.
• Perform general clerical duties including correspondence, forms, reports, and data entry.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of related healthcare, medical office, or clerical experience preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Candidates must possess or obtain the following before working with students:

• Delegation of Nursing Tasks from the supervising Registered Nurse
• Current First Aid/CPR certification
• Annual CART Training
• OSHA and Universal Precautions training
  
  Additional health office certifications as required by the supervising School Nurse

A successful criminal background check is required before employment.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
  
  Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, staff, and healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive school environment.
• Ability to support all University Schools policies, procedures, and expectations.

This position requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist students as needed throughout the school day. Employees may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and may be exposed to blood borne pathogens, communicable illnesses, medications, and varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Compensation: $150/day (without a bachelor's degree) or $165/day (with a bachelor's degree).

University Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the compensation for this position is listed above. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and verification of required credentials.