Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working with young children, maintaining accurate health records, and collaborating with families and staff to ensure compliance with health screening requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct health screenings for preschool-aged children, including vision, hearing, height, weight, and developmental screenings.
- Document screening results accurately and maintain confidential health records.
- Travel to multiple Head Start sites throughout Los Angeles County to conduct screenings.
- Communicate screening results and follow-up recommendations to families and program staff.
- Assist with tracking immunization records and health documentation to ensure compliance with Head Start and state requirements.
- Coordinate referrals for children requiring additional medical evaluation or services.
- Educate families on preventive health practices and available community resources.
- Maintain and sanitize screening equipment in accordance with health and safety standards.
- Work collaboratively with Health Services staff, teachers, family advocates, and community healthcare providers.
- Perform other administrative and health support duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Experience in health screening, medical assisting, nursing, public health, or a related healthcare field preferred.
- Experience working with young children or in a pediatric, school, or community health setting is highly desirable.
- Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while traveling between multiple locations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Requirements
- Valid California Driver's License and reliable transportation.
- Ability to travel throughout Los Angeles County; mileage reimbursement is provided.
- Current CPR certification preferred.
- TB Test and proof of immunizations may be required.
- Ability to successfully pass required background screening.