Health Services Specialist – 3 Hours/Day – Responsibility Level 3

Job Summary: 

• Work under the direction of the District Licensed School Nurse
• Work under the direction of school health services specialists as assigned.
• Provide coverage in health offices for short time periods as needed and assigned.
• Administer routine and minor first aid to students (e.g. band aids).
• Shadow students with fragile medical conditions/needs during recess and lunch times.
• Monitor students with special needs for warning signs or symptoms of critical care needs.  
• Record student health concerns or health office visits as required.
• Maintain accurate routine records.
• Other duties as assigned.
   

Qualifications

• Previous work in a school health office setting preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to exercise judgment in dealing with emergencies and special health needs of students.
• Knowledge of data privacy and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Dedication to providing the highest level of customer service to the school community.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with students, parents, and school staff members.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work responsibilities.
• Display flexibility and openness to change.
• Ability to initiate tasks based on situational needs.
• Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations and respond in crisis situations.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing staff development and dedication to continuous professional growth.
• Visual ability to read handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various office equipment and machines.
   

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3 hours per day (mid-day), 178 days/year (student days)

Certification differential available.

Bargaining Group and Level:  ESP – Responsibility Level III

Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at:     http://bit.ly/oronojobs

District Website:  www.oronoschools.org

Contact:
Corinna Graner, Ed.S., Director of Special Services
952-449-8377  corinna.graner@orono.k12.mn.us
or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370  scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us