Community Health Technician

Macomb County Government • Clinton Township, MI

9d • $41,328 - $53,455 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the WIC program of the health department. The role involves verifying eligibility for the program using income and health screening techniques, entering data, and maintaining accurate medical records and charts for individuals. The technician will also schedule appointments, assist clients with questions, and provide training on program usage and benefit access, including education and referrals. This role is considered essential personnel for public health emergency response.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or GED)
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in Healthcare or Public Health
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license, operable automobile and insurance

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Laboratory techniques
• Knowledge of Performance Management
• Knowledge of Quality Improvement process
• Knowledge of Department/county policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Department services and other resources in the county
• Knowledge of Applicable software applications
• Knowledge of Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping and recordkeeping
• Knowledge of Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Skill in Organization
• Skill in Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
• Skill in Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Skill in Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Ability to Use and maintain applicable equipment and supplies
• Ability to Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
• Ability to Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
• Ability to Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Ability to Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

Responsibilities

• Verifies applicant program eligibility, registers new clients, and maintains existing clients using electronic medical record.
• Performs anthropometric and hematologic assessments and maintains equipment and supplies.
• Maintains accurate records and completes and/or dispenses forms and benefits relevant to the program and necessary for the delivery of services.
• Answers phones, schedules appointments, and conducts follow up on clients.
• Inventories and maintains supply and equipment levels.
• Assists in the collection of data, completes activity reports, and participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Gathers and distributes program materials and current events pertaining to the Macomb County Health Department and community outreach.
• Retrieves lab reports and documents information.
• Enters information on records and forms.
• Produces, electronically and manually, a variety of materials, including forms, receipts and other correspondence according to established procedures or specific instructions.
• Performs related work as required.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• No monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage
• Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED