PT Clerk-Testing Health Sciences

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level:
High School

Category:
Admin – Clerical

Description

The PT Clerk – Testing Health Sciences position plays a vital role in assisting students with computer-based learning, overseeing the administration of tests, and ensuring proper procedures are followed. This position also provides a clean, quiet, and well-organized lab environment. A proactive and independent approach is required to maintain lab equipment, troubleshoot technical issues, and promptly report malfunctions to the appropriate personnel.

In addition to student support, the Clerk collaborates with the Health Sciences Division office, providing logistical and clerical support and contributes to smooth day-to-day operations. A solid commitment to dependability, adherence to established schedules, and compliance with procedural guidelines is essential for success in this role.

Key Functions:

• Software Assistance: Provide appropriate software to students for completing assigned computer-assisted instructional programs
• Technical Support: Install and maintain computer programs with approval from the Information Technology department. Identify and resolve technical issues promptly
• Student Support: Respond promptly and helpfully to questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience with those lacking computing skills or experiencing difficulties
• Lab Monitoring: Monitor students during written and computer testing, maintaining a conducive environment for testing
• Minor Maintenance: Perform minor maintenance on computer hardware and contact appropriate personnel for major repairs
• Help Resources: Stay updated with campus technology changes and be familiar with available help resources

Lab Management:

• Database Management: Maintain an up-to-date database of computer inventory and software for the Health Science and Vocational Nursing labs, as well as Health Science faculty and staff offices
• Lab Maintenance: Clean computer screens and desks and ensure the lab is organized. Keep records of computer lab usage
• Scheduling: Schedule lab usage and maintain an appointment calendar
• Policy Enforcement: Enforce lab policies and procedures, including becoming a certified proctor for Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) testing

Additional Duties:

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information regarding students, faculty, and staff
• Assist the division office and faculty with other clerical duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent and one year of clerical and general office experience; or a minimum of 30 college credit hours
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with students, staff, and faculty
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in managing technical tasks and maintaining accurate records

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some college coursework or a college degree preferred
• Experience in test proctoring

Physical Demands:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time (approximately 50% of the workday)
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods as required
• Ability to occasionally move to various locations across campus
• Frequent use of a computer and repetitive keyboarding at a workstation
• Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment and handle documents
• Regularly communicates with students, faculty, staff, and visitors; must be able to exchange accurate information effectively
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Frequently lifts, carries, or moves equipment and/or materials weighing up to 25 pounds

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