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TECHNICIAN, HEALTH SCREENER (2026 - 2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

DPSDenver🇺🇸United States

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SeniorityMid Senior
Work modeHybrid
LocationDenver, United States

Job description

** Applications will be received until July 22, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **
About this job:

The Health Technician Paraprofessional provides basic, routine patient/student care according to District guidelines and under the supervision of, and as authorized by, designated medical personnel.

Note: Here is a link to the Paraprofessional Qualifications Guide

What DPS Offers You:
  • A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
  • Salary Range: $20.000 - $24.612 per hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
  • In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.
What You'll Do:
  • Administers basic first aid treatment for routine injuries (e.g., minor cuts and abrasions, bumps, sprains, bruises) and prescribed medication, under supervision and as authorized by designated medical personnel
  • Assists with routine student health screenings (e.g., hearing, vision, scoliosis)
  • Reinforces and tutors students on health, safety and hygiene, as directed
  • Maintains a current basic knowledge of health care issues
  • Performs inventory and recommend health care supply purchases to ensure for the proper care and treatment of sick and injured students
  • Monitors and updates student immunization records and identifies and obtains missing student immunization records
  • Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine health issues
  • Monitors students at assigned site and reinforces positive student behaviors and related administration policies and rules
What You’ll Need:
  • High School Diploma/GED is required
  • May be required to have Colorado Driver’s license and proof of insurability to meet mileage reimbursement requirements
  • Successful completion of Health Office Support Training, provided by District
  • Follows GBEBB-R (Dress Code for Non Teaching Staff) District policy
  • Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
  • Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. 
  • Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

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