Health Specialist

Job overview

The Health Specialist is an onsite role based in Largo, FL. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports the Lutheran Services Florida Head Start program by managing health-related compliance and services for enrolled children. This role exists to ensure the health and developmental needs of children are met by tracking medical and dental records, coordinating screenings, and collaborating with nursing staff to implement effective health care plans.

What you'll do

• Manage health tracking and follow-up for physical and dental exams
• input health data
• conduct vision and hearing screenings
• collaborate with nurses to assess medical needs
• provide health training to staff and parents
• maintain health charts
• perform home visits
• ensure compliance with federal and state health regulations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

largo fl

lutheran services florida

health specialist

head start

healthcare

compliance

onsite

no on-call

no travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Telehealth, EAP, Life Insurance, 13 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, PTO, 403(b) with 3% match or student loan repayment, Tuition reimbursement

About the employer

Lutheran Services Florida is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.