Health Technician

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain prior to beginning duties
• Medication Administration certification/training, or ability to successfully complete required training and competency verification
• Ability to perform medication administration and delegated health tasks only as trained, authorized, and delegated by the District Registered Nurse
• Successful completion of all required criminal background checks and fingerprinting
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive student health information appropriately
• Ability to work cooperatively with students, families, staff, nurses, administrators, and outside providers
• Basic computer skills and the ability to enter, maintain, and retrieve accurate student health data
• Ability to follow district policies, health office procedures, written protocols, emergency care plans, individual health plans, and applicable state and federal requirements
• Provide daily health office support and assist students with illness, injury, medication needs, and other health-related concerns during the school day
• Serve at the assigned school building or across multiple district sites, as needed, to support student health services and coverage needs
• Provide basic first aid, CPR, and emergency response within the scope of training and district procedures
• Administer medications only in accordance with district policy, provider orders, parent/guardian authorization, and supervision/delegation by the District Registered Nurse
• Document all medication administration accurately, including missed doses, refusals, medication errors, or concerns, and report concerns promptly to the District Registered Nurse
• Enter, update, and maintain accurate student health records, health office visit logs, medication records, screening records, immunization documentation, and other required health data
• Track health services provided to students for monitoring, reporting, compliance, and evaluation of school health needs
• Comply with all applicable professional standards, certification requirements, training requirements, district procedures, and state and federal requirements related to school health services
• Work closely with school staff, faculty, administrators, and the District Registered Nurse to support student health, safety, and access to learning
• Assist the District Registered Nurse with the implementation of individual health plans, emergency care plans, and health-related accommodations for students with chronic or complex health needs
• Assist with chronic health needs of students, including but not limited to diabetes, asthma, seizures, allergies, or other medical needs, within the scope of training, written protocols, and RN delegation
• Coordinate and assist with required and age-appropriate health screenings, including vision, hearing, lice screenings, and other screenings as assigned by the District Registered Nurse
• Assist with communicable disease prevention and response, including conducting lice screenings, health observations, parent/guardian communication, and referral to the District Registered Nurse as needed
• Notify the District Registered Nurse, Building Administrator, parent/guardian, or emergency services when student health concerns require additional attention or emergency response
• Maintain confidentiality of student health records and health information in accordance with FERPA, applicable HIPAA requirements, district policy, and professional standards
• Communicate health-related information to appropriate school staff on a need-to-know basis while protecting student privacy
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect as required by Colorado law and district policy
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and properly supplied health office environment
• Monitor health office supplies and notify the appropriate staff member when supplies need to be ordered or replaced
• Follow infection control, universal precautions, and communicable disease procedures
• Provide office support when needed, which may include answering phones, greeting visitors, assisting students, supporting attendance processes, or other reasonable duties assigned
• Participate in required district trainings, health services trainings, emergency response trainings, and professional development as assigned
• Comply with all district policies, school procedures, confidentiality requirements, safety expectations, and applicable state and federal laws
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Knowledge of basic first aid, CPR, medication administration procedures, and school health office practices
• Ability to recognize when a student health concern requires referral to the District Registered Nurse, Building Administrator, parent/guardian, or emergency medical services
• Ability to remain calm and make appropriate decisions during urgent or emergency situations
• Ability to follow written protocols, provider orders, health plans, and RN direction
• Ability to maintain accurate records and complete documentation in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with students, families, staff, and supervisors
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and protect confidential information
• Ability to organize tasks, prioritize student needs, and manage interruptions in a busy school environment
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek direction or assistance