IMMUNIZATION OUTREACH SPECIALIST
SALARY : $ 27,188.00 per year
SECTION I-JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY : Under the supervision of the Immunization Outreach Coordinator or designee. The Immunization Outreach Specialist performs moderately complex clerical and data entry duties and follow-up for the Cameron County Public Health Immunization Program in promoting ImmTrac, the statewide immunization registry, and the Pharmacy Inventory Control System (PICS) within Cameron / County.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
SECTION II-JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Graduate from a school of Medical Assistants and have, and maintain, current certification / registration, with one (1) year of work experience- Or- high school graduate or GED with five (5) years of work experience, preferably in a clinical setting.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of public health laws and regulations. Knowledge of natural history of common infectious diseases.
Good communication skills (oral and written) and Spanish speaking ability. Knowledge of computer programs (MS word, excel, Power Point, internet).
Ability to work with confidential client information. Ability to work with public.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must have a valid Texas Driver's License, comply with State of Texas Driving Laws, and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Must have reliable transportation. Employees of Cameron County may be required to work during any natural disaster or emergency.
Criminal background check is required for employment or continued employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Good health and physical condition sufficient to permit full performance of the duties of the position. If additional assistance is required, employee must request assistance prior to performing the assignment.
SECTION III-JOB DIMENSIONS
CONTACTS : EXTERNAL CONTACTS :
EXTERNAL CONTACTS :
Occasional contact with other health, social, and educational care agencies, outside organizations. Frequent contact with clinic clientele.
Communication is via telephone, written communication and face to face.
INTERNAL CONTACTS :
Utilizes tact when dealing with County employees, health, social and educational care providers, and clientele regarding operations issues.
Constant contact with County Personnel. Communicating is primarily face-to-face, via telephone and through written communication.
RESPONSIBILITY :
As a Cameron County employee, the identity of every client shall be kept confidential except to the extent necessary to carry out the purpose of an investigation, hearing, or judicial proceeding.
DIFFICULTY :
Judgement is required to ensure completion of job activities as assigned by the Immediate Supervisor or designee. Uses discretion to achieve work goals.
Initiative is constantly required to achieve work goals.
GUIDANCE :
As assigned by Immediate Supervisor or designee. It is the responsibility of the employee to know and maintain contact with their Immediate Supervisor or designee.
WORKING CONDITION :
Working conditions are primarily in a clinic, office, or community center.
This is not a Civil Service covered position.
BENEFITS :
Cameron County Offers Excellent Fringe Benefits, Including : Health and Life Insurance Protection, Sick and Annual Leave, Retirement System and Paid Holidays.
Cameron County has a mandatory direct deposit payroll program.
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Last updated : 2024-04-24
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