"Health Assistant"

Details

Posted: 26-Nov-25

Location: Northampton, Massachusetts

Type: Full-time

Categories: Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: R-202500695

If you have any questions about the position or our application process, reach out to us at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

Job Description

Primary Function:

Responsible for assisting in administering a complete health and safety program for Smith College precollege program students and staff consistent with Smith College, and the Precollege Health Care Plan approved by local medical practice. This is a 6-week position, running June 24 - August 2, 2026, with part-time work for the first two weeks and 35-40 hours per week for the remaining four weeks. Evening and weekend coverage is required. The hourly rate ranges from $17-$20 and is commensurate with experience.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ensure the health and safety of precollege students and staff following established program policies and procedures and the Center for Disease Control. Create and maintain an emotionally and physically safe health service environment for students and staff.
• Maintain Health Forms and other health-related documents through SchoolDoc for students and staff. Log all treatment to students and staff daily. Uphold patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
• Perform first aid and dispense OTC medications under the guidance of the signed Standing Orders or original prescription mandate.
• Pass pertinent student health information to the appropriate staff before student arrival and as needed throughout the program.
• Ensure that all prescriptions and medicines are properly labeled and locked in the medicine cabinet or refrigerator.
• Maintain first aid kits and logs for on campus, field trips and any other location that is deemed necessary and appropriate, with weekly upkeep and replenishment.
• Maintain clear communication with other health team members and the Health Supervisor.
• Adhere to practices in completing incident reports.
• Facilitate emergency medical issues with initial medical assessment and triage.
• Set a good example for students and staff. Be a positive role model in terms of responsibility, sportsmanship, punctuality, respecting the environment, cleanliness, and manners.
• Participate in staff meetings and training, where applicable.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3Nursing Assistant/CNA or EMT required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification; experience in a medical field; experience in a medical facility preferred.
• Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Position Type

Fixed Term

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