Health Clerk

Health Clerk

Position:
Health Clerk at Castle Rock Elementary School. 2‑hour, 9.5‑month contract, working 12:15 pm‑2:15 pm, Monday‑Friday.

Under the direction of an assigned administrator and the technical oversight, direction and guidance of a nurse, perform a variety of duties pertained to student health; assist in the care of chronically or acutely ill, or injured students, administer routine first aid and initiate emergency treatment; perform general clerical functions in support of the school office; and do other related work as assigned.

• Comply with the Health Services Procedure manual including public health policies.
• Render first aid to injured and ill students and staff, contacting parents, administrators and nurses as appropriate.
• Provide a quiet, comfortable, calming atmosphere for ill and injured students.
• Assist in personal care and hygiene of students.
• Ensure medication compliance with the California Education Code, District policy, and prescription instructions, administering medications to students as prescribed.
• Secure medications in proper storage/containment areas.
• Observe students and staff to detect potential emergency situations and take appropriate action.
• Assist in preparing health assessments and reports on student health (physical, vision, hearing, scoliosis, immunizations, allergies).
• Collect and compile data concerning student health and assist in follow‑up activities.
• Communicate with parents regarding student health‑related issues.
• Provide clerical support to the school office as assigned.
• Record health appraisal results on health records.
• Assist with immunization compliance and maintain a health office log for student visits and medications.
• Assist nurse, students, and staff with specialized treatments, monitoring medical treatments, and testing.
• Stock work areas (sinks, counters, buckets, cots) to maintain a sanitary environment.
• Train students to assist in the health office while maintaining confidentiality of student records.
• Perform other duties related to the class as assigned.

• Operate standard office equipment including computer applications.
• Use correct English in writing and speaking, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Establish and maintain complex and sensitive files and records.
• Perform first aid and emergency treatment for ill and injured students.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, students, and the public.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally to staff, administrators, and parents.

• Basic first aid and CPR.
• Health care practices and procedures, including Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Basic symptoms of communicable and other childhood‑related diseases.
• Operation and appropriate use of health equipment and safety gear.

• Analyze situations and initiate effective action.
• Take appropriate action in health‑related emergency situations.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instruction.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student health information and records.
• Work courteously and tactfully with co‑workers, public, pupils, and parents.
• Promote team building and a positive work environment.
• Multitask and adapt easily to new assignments, priorities, and procedures.
• Work without close monitoring and meet deadlines.
• Identify needs and solve problems independently.
• Suggest procedural improvements to the supervisor.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, prioritizing student needs.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form to staff, administrators, and parents.
• Keyboard at an acceptable rate of speed.

Two (2) years of experience performing a variety of health care practices and procedures is preferred. Completion of high school or equivalent is required.

• Valid First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Valid California Driver’s License and evidence of insurability.

Medium work involving lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time and frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and longevity benefits for permanent employees.
• Comprehensive insurance package.
• Proportionate contribution for employees working a minimum of four hours per week for major medical insurance.
• Life insurance for employees working a minimum of three hours.
• Retirement plan with joint employee and employer contributions.

We are an equal‑opportunity and non‑discriminatory employer as mandated by Section 504 of the Office of Civil Rights.