DOE Health Technician - Kapaa Elementary School (Kauai) at University Health Partners of Hawaii

Kapaa, Hawaii, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

21.39

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Excellent Verbal Communication Skills, Excellent Written Communication Skills, Excellent Interpersonal Communication Skills, Excellent Organizational Skills, Customer Service Skills, Familiarity With Patient Confidentiality Laws, Vital Sign Measurement

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

POSITION SUMMARY Under minimal supervision, the Hawaii Keiki (HK) Health Technician is responsible for coordinated school health tasks including; coordinating school wide screenings with community partners, health and wellness promotion, data collection and disease surveillance, coverage of the health needs of students, data entry and health education as requested. Will facilitate virtual and/or in person visits with a HK Nurse Practitioner (APRN). May cover school health rooms following Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) protocol as requested and approved by HK supervisor and school administration. Learn more about the program at www.nursing.hawaii.edu/hawaii-keiki. Location: Kapaa Elementary School, Kapaa-Kauai-Waimea Complex Area Hours per week: 32.5; Mon-Fri 7:30am-2:30pm Pay rate: $21.39 per hour Paid leave: Spring, fall and winter breaks according to the school calendar **This position is not scheduled to work during the summer break. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Education/Training/Experience Minimum * High School Diploma or equivalent * Certification in a health related field or equivalent job related work experience. * Current CPR and First Aid Certification, or current BLS Certification * Experience working in a clinical setting. Knowledge/Skills Minimum * Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills * Excellent organizational skills * Customer service skills * Familiarity with Patient Confidentiality laws (HIPAA) * Vital sign measurement BENEFITS * Generous time off benefits * 100% employee health and dental coverage and vision * Flexible spending plan * Retirement plan with up to 3% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions * 100% company paid group Life/AD&D/LTD insurance * Employee assistance program (EAP) * Pet Insurance, Prepaid legal with competitive rates UHP Hawai‘i is an EEO/AAP employer.

Responsibilities

The Health Technician is responsible for coordinating school health tasks, including screenings, health promotion, data collection, and student health needs. They will also facilitate visits with a Nurse Practitioner and may cover health rooms as needed.