Clinical Assistant

Clerical

New Braunfels Lamar Elementary - New Braunfels, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job : 5895277

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Primary

Purpose:

Assist school nurse by assuming routine record keeping activities, providing minor first aide care, and conducting health screenings at campus level. Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

CPR, AED and First Aid Certification (preferred, or required after hire)

Health Screening Certification for Vision, Hearing and Spinal Screening (preferred, or required after hired)

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to use personal computer and software to develop databases and do word processing

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Experience:

One year in health-related positions; experience working with school-age children

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Health Services

• Carry out first aide and emergency procedures for ill and injured students as directed by school nurse.
• Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures;
• maintain accurate log of medications dispensed.
• Assist with screening activities including measuring height and weight, testing vision and hearing, and examining spinal cord and scalp. Take vitals signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure).
• Escort students to and from health room and assist students with activities of daily living and disabilities as necessary.
• Assist with student procedures as needed. This may include care for the student with diabetes, asthma, tracheostomy care, gastrostomy care, urethral catheterization, bathroom assistance, etc. as needed.
• Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).
• Contact emergency medical services (EMS) according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN).

Safety

• Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care.
• Keep nurse’s office clean and sanitary.

Clerical

• Record information on student health records
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, updated health records on all students.
• Prepare correspondence, reports and records using personal computer or typewriter.
• Makes appointments for and maintain schedule of the school nurse.
• Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurse.
• Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
• Prepare and arrange bulletin boards, displays, models, etc.

Compliance

• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in health services area.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

None

Tools/Equipment Used: Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision screening equipment, thermos can, basic clinic equipment, personal computer, and copier

Posture:
Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:
Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist…