Part Time Community Health Technician

Macomb County Government•Clinton Township, MI

20h•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This part-time position (20 hours per week) is located in the WIC program of the health department in Clinton Twp. The role involves verifying program eligibility through income and health screenings, data entry, maintaining client medical records, scheduling appointments, and assisting clients with questions. The technician will also provide training on program usage and benefits, and may be considered essential personnel for public health emergency response. The starting time for this position varies based on availability.

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
Knowledge of laboratory techniques
Knowledge of Performance Management 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.