Health Department Manager

City of Plainview; TX•Plainview, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, directs, organizes, and supervises the work of staff within the City’s Health Department. The manager oversees delivery of effective health services, maintains department policies and procedures, monitors customer care, manages medical records, and develops and administers the operating budget. The role also prepares activity reports, writes and administers grants, requests grant reimbursements, and ensures a complete inventory of medicines, equipment, and supplies. The position supports the relationship between the City of Plainview and the public through courteous and cooperative interactions, maintains confidentiality, and performs other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing or a closely related field, and four years of experience in public health nursing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse.
Valid Texas driver’s license.
CPR certification.
Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies, and procedures; public health laws and regulations; Texas Health and Safety codes; immunization program criteria; vaccine handling and storage; nursing standards; employee supervision; administrative management; and customer service.
Ability to supervise others; establish cooperative working relationships; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; use a personal computer and software applications; and maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

One year of supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee staff work to ensure effective health services are provided to customers.
Maintain department policies and procedures.
Meet weekly with the Medical Authority to prepare various events.
Monitor customer care, review customer and staff data, and assess the effectiveness and quality of care.
Supervise staff by assigning and prioritizing work, providing training, evaluating work, and administering discipline.
Oversee medical records.
Develop and administer the operating budget.
Prepare activity reports.
Write and administer grants and request grant reimbursements.
Maintain a complete inventory of medicines, equipment, and supplies.
Interact courteously and cooperatively with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintain confidentiality; and perform other assigned duties.