El Camino College
Student Health Services Technician - Student Health Services
Req: C2627-015
Division: Student Health Services
Close Date: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2026 AT 3:00 P.M.
Complete job description and application available online at: https://elcamino.igreentree.com/css_classified
This position is contingent upon available categorical funding
BASIC FUNCTION
The Student Health Services Technician performs a wide variety of specialized technical duties associated with the Student Health Center and Center for Well-Being operations, including student registration, appointment scheduling, and first-line emergency and healthcare assistance as needed. This position receives general direction from the supervisor overseeing the Student Health Services.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Acknowledges and greets students and other individuals visiting the Student Health Center. Determines nature of visit and initiates appropriate course of action. Explains appropriate office and clinic procedures. Reviews Notice of Privacy Policy with all health center visitors. Provides accurate health services information and ensures a positive frontline experience.
Alerts clinical staff of patient's arrival or other patient needs as appropriate. Addresses student crisis situations by following pre-established clinical procedures. Maintains high-risk referral lists and psychological counseling wait lists in conjunction with supervisor and in consultation with licensed clinical staff. Communicates with Campus Police, Special Resource Center, Risk Management/Office of Safety and Health, and other campus departments to exchange legally permissible health, safety and well-being information.
Schedules psychological counseling and medical appointments. Confirms and reschedules existing appointments. Screens and prioritizes incoming calls and responds to inquiries and/or requests for information in a HIPAA-compliant manner. Documents accurate messages and/or transfers calls in a timely manner to appropriate clinical staff or supervisor, as appropriate.
Registers new and continuing students for health services. Collects relevant physical and mental health registration information, including required documentation and other necessary forms. Ensures patient and emergency contact information is complete and accurate. Verifies eligibility for services and updates electronic health records. Provides community referrals as appropriate for individuals ineligible to access Student Health Services.
Maintains databases and confidential electronic health records in centralized computer systems in accordance with established procedures. Scans and indexes documents in a standard format for accurate filing and retrieval. May provide basic assistance and/or support when systems require updating and/or upgrading.
Processes judicial subpoenas and patient requests for duplication and/or transfer of medical/psychological records in accordance with established policies and procedures while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Ensures patient's privacy in accordance with FERPA/HIPAA regulations.
Composes and produces a variety of correspondence, documents, and/or reports (i.e., student accident reports and referrals, initiating faculty and staff worker's compensation forms, patient evaluation summaries for medical and mental health services, updates community referral lists, including International Student Insurance referrals and community mental health referral lists, etc).
Distributes first aid supplies and other basic "Over-The-Counter" provisions to students in need (i.e., ice packs, band aids, feminine care products, Tylenol, Ibuprofen, antacids, antiseptic wipes for minor cuts and scrapes, etc).
Tracks lab requisition forms and provides correct paperwork when immunizations/vaccinations are ordered for students. Schedules corresponding follow-up appointments as needed. Prepares and completes receipts for accounting and student refunds/payments for medication, supplies and services.
Compiles data to complete forms, generate reports and to facilitate special projects and/or events (i.e., informational flyers and newsletters, timesheets for faculty, staff, and student workers, census statistics, onboarding/contract renewals, mailing lists, calendaring of activities, scheduling meetings and transcribing/distributing minutes, catering requests, parking/travel arrangements, etc.)
Tracks and monitors budget expenditures. Assists supervisor in budget preparations by gathering data as required. Responds to inquiries regarding financial issues.
Initiates purchase orders and work orders. Purchases and maintains inventory of office supplies. Tracks orders to ensure delivery and payment. Maintains functioning office equipment. Submits documents according to established college procedures.
Provides technical support and administrative assistance to other personnel as needed.
May provide guidance and direction to student workers and other personnel as assigned.
Maintains compliance with online coursework and other mandatory trainings and certifications (i.e., FERPA, HIPAA, CPR/First Aid, etc.) as directed by supervisor.
Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) for Clery Act reporting requirements. Maintains up-to-date certification for CSA status.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Minimum three (3) years of increasingly responsible clerical experience.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge/Areas of Expertise:
- Expertise working in a health services/medical office administrative role or environment.
- Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
- Knowledge of applicable sections of Education Code and other applicable legislation.
- Knowledge of medical office practices and medical terminology.
- Knowledge of computer databases and electronic medical/health recordkeeping systems.
- Knowledge of various computer software applications.
- Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
- Knowledge of appropriate standard precautions and related safety procedures when exposed to biohazardous substances.
Abilities/Skills:
- Ability to learns and apply emerging technologies and advances to perform duties in an efficient, organized and timely manner.
- Ability to respond calmly in emergency situations as an initial point of contact and determine an effective course of action according to established guidelines.
- Ability to communicate sensitive information with discretion, tact and accuracy.
- Ability to explain health office procedures and policies in a professional and respectful manner.
- Ability to maintain accurate files and retrieve information.
- Ability to work independently with little direction.
- Ability to meet schedules and deadlines, and to complete work efficiently with many interruptions.
- Ability to work cooperatively with students, staff, faculty, and visitors in a professional manner.
- Skilled at using computers to input, edit, and extract data and information.
Licenses or Other Requirements:
- CPR/AED Certified (training provided)
- First Aid Certified (training provided)
- Blood Borne Pathogen Training (training provided)
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Extended hours of sitting and talking in-person or by phone in an office setting.
Repetitive use of hands, fingers, and reaching with hands and arms.
Extended hours in front of a computer screen.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds.
Potential exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids/spills, and contaminated products.
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2026 AT 3:00 P.M.
SALARY: Starting salary is $4,818.10 per month. Generally, new employees start at the first step on the salary schedule. Advanced salary placement may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Salary increases are granted on the first day of the month following each year of service, until Step F is reached ($6,168.32 monthly).
* Previous employment performed in a different public retirement system may allow eligibility to continue in the same retirement system.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a full-time, twelve-month classified position subject to a probationary period. The standard work week is 40 hours of scheduled duty per week of not more than five consecutive workdays. Working hours will be in-person, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Schedule may vary to include hours outside of the normal work schedule and weekends depending on operational need.
Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential(s), and transcripts. Candidates selected for employment must agree to be fingerprinted, submit Certificate of Completion of the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and/or Examination, provide proof of eligibility for employment in the United States, and present a valid Social Security card upon hire.
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS
Applicants with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the ADA Compliance Officer at least five (5) working days prior to the final filing date: ADA Job Applicant Accommodation Request (maxient.com)
BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS
Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
The College provides a diversified insured benefit program for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Dependent medical, dental, and vision insurance is available, toward which both the College and the employee contribute.
Sick Leave and Disability
Paid sick leave is granted equal to one day for each month of service. Sick leave days may be accumulated indefinitely. Rather than State Disability Insurance.
Retirement
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security. Previous employment performed in a different public retirement system may allow eligibility to continue in the same retirement system.
Summer Work Hours
During the summer, employees work eight 32-hour work weeks with full pay.
TO APPLY
An applicant must submit the following by the closing date:
- Online application: http://www.elcamino.edu/jobs
- Cover letter describing how applicant meets the qualifications.
- Resume including educational background, professional experience, and related personal development and accomplishments.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Documents submitted or uploaded for a previous position cannot be reused for other positions. You must submit the required documents for each position you apply for by the closing date. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application. Applications with an incomplete status will not receive consideration. You may check the status of your application online.
If you need assistance, you may call [contact details available in the full listing] Ext. 3807 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday or by email at [contact details available in the full listing].
Due to the large volume of calls received on closing dates, we highly recommend that you do not wait until the last day to apply so that we may assist you with questions or technical matters that may arise. Give yourself sufficient time to complete the profile, which may take 45 minutes or more. Positions close promptly at 3:00 p.m. PST (pacific standard time).
JEANNE CLERY ACT COMPLIANT
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, El Camino College has published an Annual Security Report, and all required statistical data. These publications include Clery crime statistics for the previous disability three years relevant to El Camino College classes and activities, in addition to institutional policies concerning campus safety and security. The information is also available in printed form in the lobby of the Police Department and in select locations on campus. Upon request, the Campus Police Department can provide or mail out copies of this publication. Contact them at [contact details available in the full listing].
EL CAMINO COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The El Camino Community College District is committed to providing an educational and employment environment in which no person is subjected to discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as required by state and federal law.
Organization
Welcome to El Camino College
You don't have to be an ECC student to enjoy our beautiful campus. Visit us online through our website, or on campus any time -- we are YOUR community college.
Founded in 1947, El Camino College is situated on a beautiful and spacious 126-acre campus near Torrance, California. The college enrolls more than 25,000 students each semester and boasts a curriculum of over 850 highly regarded academic and career programs taught by exceptional faculty.
Where are we located?
El Camino College is easily accessible from the 405 and 91 freeways, at the corner of Manhattan Beach and Crenshaw boulevards near Torrance. A daylong parking permit costs $3 – you may purchase a parking permit from one of the dispensers available in various lots. Please do not park in staff-marked parking stalls. Click here for the Campus Map.
El Camino College – A South Bay Tradition
Since the opening of El Camino College over 70 years ago, we have been dedicated to serve our community's educational and cultural needs. El Camino College is well-known for our academic excellence, our consistently high transfer rate to four-year colleges and universities, and our exceptional career training programs.
El Camino College offers many outstanding features, including:
- Transfer agreements with many four-year universities
- Flexible scheduling
- Ranked among the largest single-campus, two-year colleges in the nation
- Excellent career training programs
- Outstanding community education programs
- Only $46 per unit for California residents
President's Message
Our mission at El Camino College is to make a positive difference in people's lives. We provide excellent comprehensive educational programs and services that promote student learning and success in collaboration with our diverse communities. We are dedicated to achieving our mission and ensuring that everyone who wishes to pursue higher education and earn a degree or certificate is able to accomplish that goal at El Camino College.
The college will implement several innovative programs in the coming year, all designed to increase access to a college education and ensure students are successful once they arrive here. In our pursuit for equity and achievement we are constantly working to ensure that all students have what they need to succeed – in the classroom, in the tutoring lab, in the library, in the concert hall or on the playing field. Students have access to facilities that support teaching and learning, backed by the technology necessary to support their success.
We are also proud to be a strong and trusted partner in the South Bay, working with community leaders to align our programs with the workforce needs of the future. We share a common interest in the economic vitality of the South Bay, and we are a proactive provider of education and training that support this region.
Watch for future innovations such as expanded evening/weekend classes for working adults, new educational technology initiatives and additional college/career pathways with area high schools.
Dena P. Maloney, Ed.D.
Superintendent/President
