Vocational Technician - Medical Careers Program at Shasta-Trinity Regional Occupational Program
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under general supervision of the instructor, in a classroom or vocational health/medical facility, assists students individually or in groups in accordance with prescribed learning objectives; to act as a technical assistant to the teacher in performing assigned tasks which will make learning more effective; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Vocational Technician will have beyond two years of occupational experience as a Medical Assistant, Nurse Assistant or Patient Care Technician. CMA, CNA, LVN or RN preferred. His/her major function is to assist with instruction of students on an individualized basis in developing specific technical skills. Incumbent must exhibit skills pertaining to the medical program; i.e., CPR, First Aid, vital signs, bath, and bed making.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • CMA or CNA. L.V.N. or R.N., preferred • Have minimum of 2 years’ experience in the medical field. • Possess a valid California driver's license. • Some verifiable work experience with youth. Pass an instructional Aide proficiency test or two years of higher education (48 units) or have an Associate's or higher degree.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • CMA or CNA. L.V.N. or R.N., preferred • Have minimum of 2 years’ experience in the medical field. • Possess a valid California driver's license. • Some verifiable work experience with youth. Pass an instructional Aide proficiency test or two years of higher education (48 units) or have an Associate's or higher degree.
Comments and Other Information
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in the areas of:
• Assist teacher with various skills pertaining to the Medical Careers program; i.e., C.P.R., First Aid, vital signs, bath, and bed making.
• Record grades in grade book; keeping attendance records, ordering supplies, and keeping other program records, as required.
• Community and training site public relations for the program's growth and community awareness.
Works independently in the areas of:
• Trainee placement at training site.
• Caring for immediate student problems; i.e., inappropriate attitude or behavior.
• Counsels with trainer or student if evaluation is requested.
• Communicating training supervisor's requests regarding program and/or students to the instructor.
• Familiar with college requirements, including knowledge of the training and educational skills necessary for the student's success in job placement and further training or education.
• Working with interested departments to develop new training sites or updating training site plans.
• Continuing to update professional skills to keep abreast of health field in general.
• Taking responsibility for student health and safety while in the training site, including seeking medical aid, initiating medical paperwork when needed, and notifying parents and school administration.
• Personal safety of patients while students are in the training site areas.
• Transporting students to community resource stations on occasion when necessary.
• Working in small groups and individually with students in both problem solving and training-related situations.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities to aid the betterment of the ROP program, such as attendance at community health/education programs and the Health Fair.
Comments and Other Information
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in the areas of:
• Assist teacher with various skills pertaining to the Medical Careers program; i.e., C.P.R., First Aid, vital signs, bath, and bed making.
• Record grades in grade book; keeping attendance records, ordering supplies, and keeping other program records, as required.
• Community and training site public relations for the program's growth and community awareness.
Works independently in the areas of:
• Trainee placement at training site.
• Caring for immediate student problems; i.e., inappropriate attitude or behavior.
• Counsels with trainer or student if evaluation is requested.
• Communicating training supervisor's requests regarding program and/or students to the instructor.
• Familiar with college requirements, including knowledge of the training and educational skills necessary for the student's success in job placement and further training or education.
• Working with interested departments to develop new training sites or updating training site plans.
• Continuing to update professional skills to keep abreast of health field in general.
• Taking responsibility for student health and safety while in the training site, including seeking medical aid, initiating medical paperwork when needed, and notifying parents and school administration.
• Personal safety of patients while students are in the training site areas.
• Transporting students to community resource stations on occasion when necessary.
• Working in small groups and individually with students in both problem solving and training-related situations.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities to aid the betterment of the ROP program, such as attendance at community health/education programs and the Health Fair.