Tuskegee University

Posting Date: November 30, 2020                                               Posting End Date: January 31, 2021

Position: Health Aide                                                                          Department: Student Health Services

Status: Full-Time; Exempt

Special Qualifications
In keeping with the President’s commitment to Tuskegee University demonstrating “Excellence in Every Way”, the ideal Health Aide will possess the willingness to use his or her expertise to assist in the university’s efforts to be a sustainable academic organization committed to excellence.

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
Tuskegee University has an opening for a Health Aide to join our Student Health Team as we endeavor to provide health and wellness services to students, faculty and staff impacted by COVID-19. The incumbent will be responsible for working in partnership with Student Health Services, the Kellogg Hotel Operations Team, ADA Coordinator and Facilities & Construction in managing student isolation/quarantine and placement in the Kellogg Isolation Center.  In addition, you will assist with meals and managing student personal and medical needs.   You will assist the Student Health Center staff with all other duties and tasks as needed and directed. To excel in this role you should have an interest in health care and the ability to work with limited supervision keeping the patient's needs as your top priority:

• Manage placement of students in Kellogg Isolation Center.
• Coordinate meals and other medical services.
• Maintain phone and visual contact to assist with managing patient condition.
• Perform basic health care services for patients including checking vital signs or administering prescription medication.
• Work with the Director and Student Health Services staff to coordinate appointments with physicians.
• Coordinate with Student Affairs & Residence Life & Housing to sanitize student residence hall and apm1ments.
• Coordinate with the Kellogg Hotel Operations staff to manage the departure of students, sanitizing and preparation of rooms.
• Attend weekly CARES Team Meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old. Must be able to pass a criminal background check and provide references.
• High School diploma
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work with limited supervision and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work from 10:00 am-6:00pm on weekdays and weekends.

Salary
Commensurate with education, training and experience

**The statements contained in this job announcement reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility.  It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. **
APPLICATIONS will be accepted in the Office of Human Resources.  Each applicant, including all current/existing employees, must complete and submit a Tuskegee University employment application, resume/CV, a list of (3) to (5) references (with detailed contact information) and copies of unofficial transcripts (official transcript(s) will be required upon hire). Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for the position.  The University reserves the right not to fill the position in the event of budgetary or operational constraints.

Office of Human Resources
Attn: Employment/Recruitment
1200 West Montgomery Road
101 Kresge Center
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, Alabama 36088
Email Address: employment@tuskegee.edu     Fax: 334-724-4319
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Male/Female/Veteran/Disabled
Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verifications on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.
Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.