Cedar Rapids Community School District is hiring: Health Secretary - 9 Month - M

Position

Health Secretary – 9 Month – McKinley

Cedar Rapids Community School District

Employment Details

Duration: 9 months per school year (2025‑2026).

Classification: Secretarial/Clerical Group D.

Hours: 7 hours per day, Monday‑Friday.

Salary: $17.36 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Care for routine student illnesses and injuries in the health office.
• Triage and initial care of students with potentially life‑threatening illnesses and injuries.
• Identify students with health problems and refer to/consult with school nurse.
• Document all student visits to the health office according to district and health services policies and procedures.
• Assist students with hygiene and activities of daily living.
• Active communication with students, school nurse, staff, and parent/guardian.
• Administer medications to students according to district and health services policies and procedures.
• Willingness to learn and perform special procedures (e.g., gastric‑tube management, inhalation therapy, emergency protocols, diabetes procedures, etc.).
• Perform clerical functions related to the health services program.
• Maintain student health records.
• Maintain health office and supplies.
• Assist in coordinating health screening programs.
• Attend in‑service programs.
• Act as an emergency responder for the building.
• Report to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Current certification in First‑Aid, CPR/AED, or completion of training if not certified.
• Certification in Medication Administration after employee begins.
• Interest in working with young people.
• Handle confidential information in an ethical manner.
• Efficient clerical skills in typing, recording, filing and telephone skills.
• Ability to use good decision‑making skills regarding communication with students, school nurse, other health service personnel, administration, teaching faculty, and parents.
• Some medical background or work experience in a health clinic may be beneficial.
• Able to work in cooperation with administrative, health service personnel, secretarial, and teaching staff.
• Ability to multi‑task and work effectively in a distracting environment, possibly with frequent interruptions, while being responsive to student and family needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
• Ability to work under potentially moderate levels of stress.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, using hands and fingers to handle objects; squatting, stooping or kneeling; reaching above or forward 0‑36 inches; bending or twisting at the neck and trunk; lifting or moving up to 50 pounds 0‑12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet.

Working Environment

Moderately quiet noise level. The position requires occasional extended work beyond a typical 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. workday. Frequently works in different areas of the building including desks, floor, standing, movement while supervising students during indoor and outdoor activities, etc. Usually works in indoor temperatures but works outdoors when supervising playground and transportation activities and while on field trips.

EEO Statement

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation(s) for the known disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. If you or someone you know requires accommodation in the hiring process, contact Linda Noggle, Executive Director of Talent Acquisition, at 319‑558‑2747.